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A veterinary oncologist diagnoses and treats cancer in companion animals, using chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical or combined treatment plans depending on the specific case and tumor type. Oncology is a board-certified subspecialty under the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), distinct from general internal medicine, cardiology, and neurology, each of which has its own separate certification track.

Becoming board-certified in oncology requires a DVM, an internship, and an ACVIM-approved oncology residency, followed by passing board certification exams. Some listings specify "board-certified or residency-trained," meaning candidates who've completed the residency are considered even before completing board exams, consistent with how most specialty job postings are written.

Veterinary oncology jobs are concentrated at specialty and referral hospitals, academic teaching institutions, and some larger multi-specialty practices with a dedicated oncology service. Oncologists typically work closely with internists, surgeons, and radiologists on cases, since cancer treatment often involves a genuinely coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach rather than a single specialist working in isolation.

Given how few board-certified veterinary oncologists currently practice relative to the demand for cancer care in companion animals, this remains one of the more in-demand board-certified specialties, with teleoncology and consulting roles also emerging as additional paths beyond traditional hospital-based practice, offering more flexibility than the field has traditionally had.

Before applying, ask about the specific treatment modalities available at a given hospital, since not every oncology practice offers radiation therapy in-house, and this affects both your caseload and the kinds of cases you'll be able to manage directly versus referring elsewhere for additional treatment.