DVM Hospitalist – Radiation Oncology
The DVM Hospitalist – Radiation Oncology is a licensed veterinarian who works closely with the Board-Certified Veterinary Radiation Oncologist to provide comprehensive medical care for patients undergoing evaluation, treatment, and follow-up for radiation therapy.
The Hospitalist supports the Radiation Oncologist by performing patient evaluations, coordinating and completing diagnostic work-ups, managing concurrent medical conditions, assessing patients throughout their radiation treatment course, and providing post-treatment and follow-up care.
This position is designed to enhance continuity of care, improve patient access and workflow, and allow the Radiation Oncologist to focus on radiation treatment planning and delivery while maintaining close collaboration and oversight of each patient's oncology care.
Primary Responsibilities
Initial Evaluation and Diagnostic Work-Up
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and clinical assessments of patients referred to Radiation Oncology.
- Review medical records, pathology, diagnostic imaging, laboratory results, and referring veterinarian documentation.
- Obtain and document complete medical histories.
- Develop and coordinate appropriate diagnostic work-ups in collaboration with the Radiation Oncologist.
