The Job Opportunity:
A well-established emergency and specialty referral hospital is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join its collaborative multidisciplinary team.

This opportunity is ideal for an Internist who enjoys solving complex medical problems, developing thoughtful diagnostic plans, and working closely with specialists and experienced emergency clinicians. The Internist will manage a diverse referral caseload while benefiting from access to advanced diagnostics, specialty consultation, and skilled veterinary support professionals.

The hospital emphasizes evidence-based medicine, clinical autonomy, multidisciplinary collaboration, compassionate communication, and continued professional development. Specialists are encouraged to pursue individual clinical interests, contribute to the development of the Internal Medicine service, and participate in mentorship and education throughout the hospital.

A supportive, team-centered culture provides an environment where specialists can practice high-quality medicine while continuing to grow personally and professionally.

Practice Information:
This established emergency and specialty referral hospital has provided advanced veterinary care for more than two decades and maintains strong relationships with its referring veterinary community.  The Internal Medicine service is supported by modern specialty facilities, advanced diagnostic technology, and comprehensive hospital resources designed to support the evaluation and management of medically complex patients.  The hospital’s collaborative model provides access to advanced diagnostic imaging and specialty-level diagnostic resources, allowing Internists to develop comprehensive workups for patients with complicated or multisystem disease.  The hospital’s multidisciplinary environment allows the Internal Medicine service to collaborate closely with specialty departments that include:

• Emergency and Critical Care
• Surgery
• Oncology
• Neurology
• Ophthalmology
• Rehabilitation
• Additional specialty and referral services

The hospital maintains a strong commitment to:

• Evidence-based specialty medicine
• Advanced diagnostics and individualized treatment planning
• Multidisciplinary case management
• Compassionate patient and client care
• Strong relationships with referring veterinarians
• Continuing education
• Mentorship and clinical development
• Professional well-being
• Sustainable veterinary careers

Role Responsibilities:

• Evaluate referred patients with complex, chronic, or multisystem medical conditions
• Develop individualized, evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans
• Manage complex gastrointestinal, respiratory, endocrine, renal, hepatic, hematologic, immune-mediated, and infectious diseases
• Perform advanced diagnostic procedures appropriate to specialty training
• Utilize advanced diagnostic imaging and laboratory resources when clinically appropriate
• Provide Internal Medicine consultation for emergency and hospitalized patients
• Manage patients requiring ongoing specialty-level medical care
• Coordinate hospitalization and continued patient management when appropriate
• Collaborate with Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, and other specialty services
• Integrate diagnostic findings into comprehensive medical management plans
• Monitor response to therapy and modify treatment plans as appropriate
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment recommendations, prognosis, and follow-up plans clearly and compassionately with clients
• Maintain communication with referring veterinarians to support continuity of care
• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with the referring veterinary community
• Maintain complete and timely medical records
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions
• Work collaboratively with veterinary technicians and other clinical support professionals
• Mentor veterinary technicians, veterinarians, and other clinical team members when appropriate
• Help develop and refine Internal Medicine protocols and standards of care
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Internal Medicine service
• Participate in continuing education and pursue individual areas of professional interest

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree
• Completion of an approved Small Animal Internal Medicine residency
• Board certification or board eligibility through the appropriate veterinary Internal Medicine specialty college
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Eligibility for applicable controlled-substance registrations
• Advanced knowledge of small animal internal medicine
• Strong diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to manage complex and multisystem medical conditions
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high standards of patient care
• Ability to work effectively within a dynamic emergency and specialty environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to compassionate client communication
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Interest in multidisciplinary case management
• Interest in teaching, mentorship, and team development
• Commitment to continuing education and professional growth

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible spending and health savings account options
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Professional liability insurance
• Veterinary license and controlled-substance registration reimbursement
• Professional association and specialty membership support
• Veterinary clinical reference resources
• Access to scientific and medical publications
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability options
• Life insurance options
• Employee assistance and mental health resources
• Fertility and family-building support
• Pet care benefits or veterinary service discounts
• Digital wellness resources
• Relocation and other employment incentives when applicable
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Mentorship and teaching opportunities

This position provides the opportunity to practice advanced Internal Medicine within a collaborative emergency and specialty referral environmentsupported by experienced clinicians and skilled veterinary professionals. Access to advanced diagnostics, specialty consultation, a diverse referral caseload, and multidisciplinary collaboration with Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, and other servicescreates a strong environment for complex case management, continued learning, and long-term professional development.

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