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Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey

Veterinary Oncologist- Mount Laurel Animal Hospital

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$180K - $240K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is currently seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Oncologist who has excellent clinical and communication skills and exemplifies our Core Values (BE EPIC). We Believe in Empathy, Empowerment, Professionalism, Integrity, and Collaboration.

As a privately owned, non-corporate Emergency, Specialty, and Primary Care veterinary hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care with empathy, teamwork, and clinical excellence while fostering a positive and supportive workplace.

Our Oncology services are in high demand, offering an exciting full-time opportunity to practice cutting-edge medicine with access to advanced diagnostics and treatments while contributing to the continued growth of the Oncology Department.

The established team includes two Oncologists, two Veterinary Technician Specialists in Oncology, and additional dedicated support staff.

The hospital’s comprehensive network of departments includes Anesthesiology, Avian & Exotics, Behavioral Medicine, Clinical Pathology, Emergency and Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Primary Care, Rehabilitation, and Specialty Surgery.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality outpatient and inpatient Medical Oncology care
  • Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnostic findings, treatment options, prognosis expectations, financial expectations, and at home care for their pet’s medical condition
  • Collaborate with a skilled support team of technicians, assistants, and front desk staff within and outside of the Oncology Department
  • Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records and treatment plans
  • Participate in departmental and hospital meetings, rounds and case discussions
  • Mentor Veterinary Interns and Veterinary Student Externs as assigned
  • Support our culture of teaching, learning, mentorship, and teamwork

Requirements

  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of New Jersey
  • Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Veterinary Medical Oncology (DACVIM-Oncology)
  • Strong clinical, interpersonal, teaching, and communication skills
  • Passion for client education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practicing medicine across all spectrum-of-care aspects

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Continuing education (CE) allowance
  • Generous PTO policy
  • Career advancement pathways and mentorship opportunities
  • Supportive and inclusive work culture
  • Access to state-of-the-art equipment and advanced technologies
  • Flexible work schedule options

Additional Perks

  • On-site events and staff appreciation activities throughout the year
  • Fully equipped staff kitchens with complimentary snacks and beverages
  • Relaxed break areas to recharge during your shift
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • And much more

Why Choose Mount Laurel Animal Hospital?

  • Supportive Culture: Join a team that truly values compassion, collaboration, and community. We work hard, support each other, and celebrate our wins, big and small.
  • Work-Life Balance: Your well-being matters. We offer flexible scheduling, generous PTO, and wellness resources to support your life both inside and outside of work.
  • Professional Growth: We offer ongoing access to continuing education, mentorship, and the support of an integrated emergency and specialty hospital
  • Ideal Location: Enjoy suburban charm with big-city access, just minutes from Philadelphia, an hour from New York City, and close to the beautiful New Jersey Shore.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Veterinary oncologyClinical medicineMedical record maintenanceClient communicationTreatment planningEmergency medicine

Oncology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$210k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $193k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
88% this job
Sign-on bonus
82%
Relocation assistance
65%
Loan repayment
18%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,404 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Mt Laurel Township

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$431k≈ 2.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,376/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Continuing education (CE) allowance
Generous PTO policy
Career advancement pathways and mentorship opportunities
Supportive and inclusive work culture
Access to state-of-the-art equipment and advanced technologies
Flexible work schedule options