The Job Opportunity:
A veterinarian-led specialty and emergency hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Cardiologist to join its collaborative specialty team. This opportunity is ideal for a cardiologist who is passionate about practicing advanced cardiovascular medicine while collaborating with experienced emergency clinicians and specialists in a fast-paced referral environment. Leadership opportunities may also be available for candidates interested in helping guide and grow the cardiology service.

The successful candidate will enjoy practicing in a modern referral hospital that emphasizes collaboration, clinical excellence, mentorship, and exceptional patient care. The organization is committed to providing specialists with the resources, clinical autonomy, and advanced technology needed to build a rewarding and sustainable career while fostering strong referral relationships and delivering outstanding cardiovascular care.

Practice Information:
This 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital is dedicated to providing advanced specialty medicine, emergency care, and exceptional client service. The hospital offers a collaborative environment where specialists, emergency clinicians, credentialed technicians, and support staff work together to provide seamless, comprehensive patient care.

The practice is home to a talented multi-specialty, multi-DVM team supported by experienced technicians and dedicated support staff. Specialists benefit from close collaboration across departments, creating an environment that promotes mentorship, innovation, and continuous professional growth.
The hospital features advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities including echocardiography, diagnostic ultrasound, digital radiography, MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, in-house laboratory services, and a fully equipped rehabilitation department. The cardiology service enjoys strong support from multiple specialty departments and an established referral network, providing a diverse and rewarding caseload.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive cardiovascular examinations and advanced diagnostic evaluations
• Diagnose and medically manage congenital and acquired cardiac diseases in companion animals
• Perform and interpret echocardiograms, electrocardiograms, Holter monitoring, blood pressure evaluations, and other advanced cardiac diagnostics
• Develop individualized treatment plans for cardiology patients
• Perform interventional cardiology procedures based on training and hospital capabilities
• Monitor hospitalized cardiology patients and adjust treatment plans based on clinical progress
• Consult with referring veterinarians to coordinate patient care and strengthen referral relationships
• Communicate diagnostic findings, treatment recommendations, prognoses, and long-term management plans with clients
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records
• Prescribe medications while maintaining regulatory compliance and controlled substance protocols
• Collaborate closely with emergency clinicians and specialty services to provide comprehensive patient care
• Participate in daily case discussions and collaborative patient management
• Support hospital protocols that promote medical excellence and exceptional patient care
• Partner with hospital leadership to support continued clinical and operational success
• Promote teamwork, mentorship, and an exceptional client experience
• Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited college or university
• Completion of a rotating small animal internship
• Completion of an AVMA-approved Cardiology residency
• Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology) or residency-trained status
• Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure in the applicable state
• DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration
• Strong diagnostic, cardiovascular, and clinical decision-making skills
• Experience performing advanced cardiac imaging and cardiovascular diagnostics
• Interventional cardiology experience preferred but not required
• Excellent interpersonal and client communication abilities
• Ability to establish and maintain strong referral relationships
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-DVM specialty environment
• Commitment to practicing compassionate, high-quality specialty veterinary medicine
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Professional demeanor and commitment to lifelong learning
• Ability to meet the physical demands of veterinary practice, including lifting up to 50 pounds

Compensation + Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation package
• Signing bonus, relocation assistance, and retention incentives available
• Leadership opportunities for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
• Professional membership dues, licensing, DEA fees, and professional liability coverage
• Employee assistance and mental wellness resources
• Team member pet care discounts
• Financial assistance programs for eligible team members experiencing personal hardship
• Access to advanced cardiovascular imaging and diagnostic technology
• Opportunity to collaborate with a highly skilled multi-specialty, multi-DVM team in a state-of-the-art referral hospital
• Career development, mentorship, and leadership advancement opportunities
• Support from a veterinarian-led organization that combines local hospital autonomy with the resources of a national network while promoting specialty excellence and long-term professional success

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