Small Animal Medical Oncologist

Head of Medical Oncology Join Our Growing Team at Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital – Melbourne, Australia. Permanent Full Time or Part Time with generous salary package, education allowance, leave entitlements, relocation support, wealth creation options, visa assistance.

About the Role We are seeking a board‑certified medical oncologist to lead and grow our Oncology service. The ideal candidate will hold a Board certification with the ACVIM (Oncology), ECVIM (Oncology), RCVS or ANZCVS in Oncology and be eligible for recognition by the Victorian Veterinary Surgeons Board as a Medical Oncology Specialist. Consideration will be given to those who are board‑eligible and scheduled to sit examinations. Eligibility to practice as a Veterinarian in Victoria is required.

Why Work With Us?

One of Australia’s leading referral hospitals committed to expert veterinary care.

Vision to provide industry‑leading surgical and medical oncology services.

‘We Care’ model prioritises the pet, client and referring vet.

Three locations with advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment.

24‑hour care with dedicated Emergency & Critical Care teams.

Integration of EzyVet, Smartflow, Idexx and Cubex systems for a continuous digital patient journey.

Opportunity This role provides an exciting career‑defining position working alongside surgeons, including Dr. Stewart Ryan, Specialist Surgeon and Founding Fellow ACVS (Surgical Oncology). You will enhance surgical oncology capabilities, support electro‑chemotherapy, maintain clinical care standards and contribute to training and development programmes.

What’s on Offer?

Innovative work environment encouraging professional growth.

Generous remuneration package and working conditions negotiable.

Industry‑leading employee discount scheme for family pets.

Veterinary registration costs reimbursed in full.

Monthly company‑wide social initiatives.

Visa and relocation assistance for suitable candidate.

Opportunity to join growing network of VetPartners specialty & emergency hospitals.

Our Culture We value professionalism, integrity, trust, compassion, humour, innovation and teamwork.

Equal Opportunity Southpaws is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success.

Senior Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Veterinary Services

Application Please apply online or contact Cassandra Woolums from the Talent Acquisition team at cassandra.woolums@vet.partners.

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