Veterinary Oncologist
About this role
Veterinary Oncologist – BluePearl Pittsburg South | Competitive Compensation, Sign-On Bonus, and Relocation Assistance Available!
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BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a full-time Oncologist to help launch a new oncology service at our Pittsburgh South location (Washington, PA). This is an incredible opportunity to build a specialty service within a thriving, collaborative, and well-supported network across the greater Pittsburgh market.
We promote a collegial, supportive environment rooted in shared passion, knowledge, and clinical excellence. You'll have the unique ability to shape a new service offering while stepping into a market with a strong, existing oncology caseload and a robust referral base.
Our team includes three board-certified Oncologists across the Pittsburgh area. You’ll be joining a tight-knit group with access to strong internal support, including:
7 criticalists across Pittsburgh locations
House officer program with rotating interns, ECC interns and residents, and surgical interns and residents
On-site and regional specialists providing collaborative, cross-disciplinary patient care
About BluePearl Pet Hospital – Pittsburgh South (Washington, PA)
Formerly known as Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC), our 13,500-square-foot hospital opened in 2017 and is fully equipped as both an emergency animal hospital and a center for advanced specialty care.
Current specialties include:
Emergency medicine
Urgency Care
Critical care
Internal medicine
Ophthalmology
Radiology
Surgery
Advanced diagnostics and treatment offerings:
64-slice CT scanner
Two ultrasound machines
Video endoscopy
Digital radiography
Dedicated endoscopy and ultrasound suites
Comprehensive in-house laboratory
Full-service pharmacy
On-site veterinary social worker for associate and client support
The South location is conveniently located in Washington, PA, serving southern Pittsburgh suburbs and nearby communities.
Our sister hospitals—BluePearl Pet Hospital North Hills and BluePearl Monroeville—offer support and services such as 24/7 emergency medicine, advanced MRI, and additional specialties including cardiology, neurology, dermatology, radiation oncology, and more.
Why Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh offers an unbeatable mix of livability, affordability, and cultural richness. Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, it’s a small city with a big heart—and even bigger offerings:
Diverse neighborhoods and scenic hillsides
World-class arts, museums, and universities
Three professional sports teams
Highly rated public schools and medical institutions
Family-friendly attractions like the National Aviary, Pittsburgh Zoo, Kennywood, and Sandcastle
A cost of living far below the national average
Why BluePearl?
Benefits Include:
Competitive salary and production bonus with no negative accrual
Sign-on bonus up to $100,000
Relocation assistance
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Parental leave and fertility support
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Annual clinician stipend
Strong technician and staff support
Access to mental health resources including Lyra (12 free sessions) and EAP (3 in-person sessions)
BluePearl Science clinical research opportunities
BluePearl University CE platform
FREE RECOVER CPR certification
Pet care benefits, Trupanion insurance, and discounts on Mars brands
Annual company store allowance
Free memberships: VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove
More Than a Hospital – A Mission
BluePearl Cares, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit, helps make emergency and specialty care accessible for all.
We’re also proud to collaborate with the U.S. Army through Vet-TROMA, a groundbreaking training initiative.
Are you ready to lead a new oncology service in a busy, established market? Join us at BluePearl Pet Hospital – Pittsburgh South, where your expertise and vision can make an immediate and lasting impact.
BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Company at a glance
We have hospitals located throughout the country, many of which are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our veterinarians use innovative procedures, high-tech equipment and the latest treatment methods to provide comprehensive medical care to pets. We combine this expertise with a love for animals and the belief that kindness is the foundation of veterinary medicine.
Our mission: Provide exceptional specialty and emergency care for pets by supporting each other through our shared passion, knowledge and talents.
At BluePearl, we recognize that pets are part of the family. We honor the human-animal bond by providing the very best in advanced medical care for pets – including techniques that were once reserved exclusively for humans.
Our vision: Elevate the industry in pursuit of sustainable veterinary excellence so pets receive the best care when they need it most.
We are committed to upholding the highest medical standards and are constantly searching for new and better ways to treat our patients and advance our profession.
Our Guiding Principles
These Five Principles connect all of our BluePearl hospitals and guide the actions and decisions of our Associates every day.
Quality: Quality begins with delivering our best to the people and pets we serve. It continues through all that we do.
Responsibility: We take responsibility without being asked. We support the responsibilities of others.
Mutuality: A mutual benefit is a shared benefit. A shared benefit will endure.
Efficiency: Our resources are precious. Being efficient helps us accomplish more and waste less.
Freedom: Freedom lets us shape our future. Performance allows us to remain free.
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Top Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Production Bonus
- Sign-On Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- 401(k) With Employer Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Fertility Support
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Annual Clinician Stipend
- Mental Health Resources
- Clinical Research Opportunities
- Continuing Education Platform
- Free Recover Cpr Certification
- Pet Care Benefits
- Trupanion Insurance
- Mars Brand Discounts
- Annual Company Store Allowance
- Professional Memberships
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