Oncology Specialist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a board-certified or residency- trained oncologist to join our dedicated oncology team at Northwest Veterinary Specialists on a full or part-time, permanent contract.  

We have a strong and supportive oncology team with two board-certified oncologists and three dedicated oncology nurses. Our purpose-built oncology suite offers a dedicated chemotherapy room, and advanced therapies including lymph node mapping, electrochemotherapy and superficial radiation. We have a busy and varied caseload and pride ourselves on ensuring that we provide an outstanding service to our patients and clients.  

Why join us?   

• You’ll be surrounded by highly experienced specialists in oncology, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery and orthopaedics, neurology, dermatology, anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging   

• State-of-the-art facilities, including advanced imaging (CT/MRI), fluoroscopy, endoscopy and modern surgery suite including minimally invasive surgical equipment. 

• A strong commitment to clinical excellence, collaborative case management and improving patient care and outcomes  

• Opportunity to develop the service further and advancement of the treatments offered.  

• Support provided for those sitting board-exams 

• The hospital is equipped to a very high standard and provides excellent inpatient facilities with qualified RVNs and veterinary interns on-site 24/7. 

The role 

As an oncology clinician, you will manage a wide range of challenging and rewarding cases. Supported by a highly skilled team of nurses, anaesthetists, imaging and surgery specialists you will be empowered to develop innovative treatment plans and techniques that ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.   

What we’re looking for  

• Board-certified or residency-trained in small animal oncology (ECVIM/ACVIM)  

• A passion for small animal oncology and commitment to providing exceptional patient care  

• A collaborative mindset, keen to work as part of a multidisciplinary team  

What we offer  

• 5 weeks holiday plus, bank holidays and Birthday Leave 

• RCVS and VDS fees paid 

• Internal and External funded CPD 

• Career progression opportunities  

• Staff discount schemes 

• Private medical insurance 
• Equal family leave (after 2 year continuous service)
• Enhanced sickness pay 

• E-car salary sacrifice scheme 

• Employer contribution pension scheme  

• Employee assistance program  

Northwest Veterinary Specialists is a referral only specialist centre within easy commuting distance of historic Chester, Liverpool, North Wales or Manchester. Major road and train routes, and airports, are within easy reach, as are beautiful national parks and mountains. Find out more about the area here: https://www.visitnorthwest.com/ 

We would love to hear from you, please contact: Sian Emery (Talent Acquisition Partner) on [email protected]