Description
Veterinary Oncologist – Small Animal
The Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Oncologist to lead and grow our Oncology service in a thriving, privately owned multidisciplinary specialty and emergency hospital on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Residents completing an Oncology residency are encouraged to apply, and we welcome the opportunity to support the transition from residency to specialty practice.
This is a rare opportunity to develop a high-impact specialty service with clinical autonomy, strong referral demand, and future ownership potential.
About Our Hospital
The Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch is a privately owned, 18,500-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital located one hour south of Tampa and minutes from Sarasota and Bradenton.
While oncology services exist locally, demand remains high, giving the incoming specialist the opportunity to quickly build a robust, referral-driven caseload across more than six counties.
Our hospital is fully equipped to support advanced oncology care, including:
CT, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and ultrasound
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Mechanical ventilation and high-flow nasal oxygen therapy
In-house animal blood bank
Advanced diagnostic capabilities for cancer staging, including imaging and minimally invasive procedures
Our multidisciplinary team currently includes specialists in:
Critical Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiology
Surgery
Ophthalmology
You will play a central role in advancing specialty care in the region while working alongside a highly skilled and supportive team of specialists.
Schedule
Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance:
Part-time or full-time
3–5 days per week
Compensation & Benefits
Ready to leave corporate medicine? VMC offers contract buyout assistance for qualified specialists seeking the autonomy and opportunity of a privately owned practice.
- Competitive base salary plus production
- No negative accrual
- Signing bonus and relocation assistance
- 100% employer-covered health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Simple IRA with employer matching
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
- Professional dues and licensure covered
- AVMA malpractice insurance
- Uniform allowance
- Access to advanced equipment and collaborative specialty support
Private Practice Advantage
Unlike corporate hospitals, we offer:
Clinical autonomy
Direct access to hospital leadership
Flexibility to shape and grow your service
Potential future ownership opportunities
Why Join Us?
We are a privately owned, veterinarian-led hospital committed to supporting our doctors and staff while providing exceptional patient care. You will have the resources, experienced support staff, and autonomy needed to practice high-quality medicine. Hospital owner Dr. Wendy Ellis has served the Bradenton–Sarasota community for over 20 years and remains deeply committed to maintaining a positive, collaborative workplace culture. We understand that compensation, schedule, and professional goals are key considerations when exploring a new opportunity and welcome confidential conversations prior to a formal interview.
Interested in Learning More?
Please feel free to call, text, or email:
Dr. Wendy Ellis
Owner, Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch
Cell: 941-266-0335
Email: ellis.vmc@gmail.com
Dr. Devon Diaz, DVM, MS, DACVECC
Director of Specialty Growth and Development
Cell: 813-601-9697
Email: drdiaz.vmc@gmail.com
We would be happy to have a confidential conversation about your professional goals and what you would want your ideal Neurology service to look like.
Requirements
Requirements
DVM
DACVIM (oncology) or residency trained
