Join a Team That Never Stops Caring
Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center (OPVMC) is seeking a dedicated Emergency Veterinarian to join our collaborative, 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital. As a vital member of our emergency team, you'll manage a wide variety of urgent and complex cases in a fast-paced, fully equipped facility. This position is ideal for a veterinarian who thrives under pressure, values teamwork, and is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
At OPVMC, you'll work alongside an experienced team of emergency clinicians, specialists, licensed veterinary technicians, and support staff who share a commitment to excellence in patient care and client service.
Why OPVMC?
For over 30 years, OPVMC has been a trusted leader in veterinary medicine, providing emergency, specialty, and referral services throughout Western New York. Our hospital offers advanced diagnostics, modern treatment capabilities, and a collaborative environment where veterinarians are empowered to practice high-quality medicine while continuing to grow professionally.
We believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional teamwork. Our culture fosters mentorship, collaboration, continuing education, and mutual respect, ensuring every team member has the support needed to succeed.
We are seeking a full-time or part-time Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Oncologist to join our collaborative Emergency and Specialty team. This is an exciting opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients, clients, and referring veterinarians while providing advanced cancer care in a multidisciplinary specialty environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based oncology services and thrives in a collaborative setting where patient care, innovation, and professional growth are highly valued.
Responsibilities include:
• Provide comprehensive oncologic care, including diagnostics, staging, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Perform cytologic evaluations, interpret diagnostic imaging, and develop individualized chemotherapy and rescue protocols.
• Diagnose and manage a wide variety of oncologic conditions using evidence-based medicine and current treatment standards.
• Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, Surgery, Emergency, Radiology, and other specialty services to provide integrated, multidisciplinary patient care.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognoses, and quality-of-life considerations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region.
• Offer palliative care guidance and end-of-life counseling when appropriate, ensuring compassionate support for patients and families.
• Contribute to the continued development and growth of the oncology service, including protocols, referral relationships, and patient care initiatives.
• Participate in case rounds, continuing education opportunities, mentorship activities, and hospital-wide clinical improvement programs.
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records utilizing EzyVet and Smart Flow.
Why Orchard Park and Western New York?
Located just outside Buffalo, Orchard Park offers an exceptional quality of life with the perfect balance of career opportunity and personal fulfillment. The area boasts excellent schools, welcoming communities, affordable housing, and a cost of living that allows professionals to enjoy more of what matters most.
Western New York offers four-season recreation, beautiful parks, hiking and biking trails, waterfront activities, skiing, and easy access to destinations such as Niagara Falls, the Finger Lakes, and Canada. Residents enjoy a thriving food and arts scene, rich cultural experiences, and passionate sports communities.
Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure, a family-friendly community, or a vibrant place to build your career, Orchard Park offers the best of both worlds—a rewarding professional environment and an outstanding place to call home.
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Make a Difference
If you are passionate about advancing cancer care, building meaningful client relationships, and collaborating with a talented team of veterinary professionals, we invite you to join Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center and make a lasting impact on pets, families, and referring veterinarians throughout Western New York.
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At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community.
When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.
Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way.
Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.
