Equine Internal Medicine Specialist

National Veterinary Associates; Cave Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates seeks a board-certified or board-eligible Equine Internal Medicine Specialist to join our Cave Creek, Arizona team. The role focuses on advanced equine internal medicine and emergency care within a hospital-based referral setting, with opportunities to mentor interns and collaborate with multiple specialists.

You will contribute to growing the internal medicine service, expand caseloads, and participate in after-hours coverage as part of a strong referral network

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from AVMA-accredited school.
• Completion of ACVIM- or ECVIM-recognized internal medicine residency.
• Board certification or eligibility in equine internal medicine and AZ veterinary licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced equine internal medicine and emergency care in a hospital-based referral setting.
• Build and expand the internal medicine caseload and referral service.
• Collaborate with surgery, ambulatory, and visiting specialists; mentor interns and support staff.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent

ACVIM/ECVIM Internal Medicine residency

Job description

Join our Growing Referral Team in Arizona

Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center (CVMC) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Equine Internal Medicine Specialist to join our collaborative team in Cave Creek, Arizona.

As the largest equine referral center in Arizona, CVMC provides advanced referral, emergency, and ambulatory care to a diverse population of performance and pleasure horses throughout the greater Phoenix and Scottsdale area.

This is an opportunity to join an established referral practice while helping grow and shape our internal medicine service. You’ll work alongside equine specialists and ambulatory veterinarians in a team-focused environment with a strong referral network and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

The Opportunity

• Provide advanced equine internal medicine and emergency care in a hospital-based referral setting
• Build and expand the internal medicine caseload and referral service
• Collaborate with surgery, ambulatory, and visiting specialists
• Participate in shared after-hours emergency coverage
• Mentor and support interns and veterinary support staff
• Develop strong relationships with referring veterinarians and clients
• Ambulatory work available based on interest

State-of-the-Art Facility

Our Cave Creek hospital offers the equipment and support needed for complex referral cases, including:

• 12-stall climate-controlled ICU and isolation facility
• Standing MRI and nuclear scintigraphy
• Digital radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• Two surgical suites with padded induction and recovery areas
• Dedicated nursing and support staff

What We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
• Completion of an ACVIM- or ECVIM-recognized internal medicine residency
• Board certification or eligibility in equine internal medicine
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Arizona
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative, service-oriented approach to patient care

Competitive compensation based on experience and board certification, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Why Arizona?

Cave Creek puts you within easy reach of everything the Phoenix/Scottsdale area has to offer, while providing quick access to desert trails, hiking, riding, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy sunshine, an active equine community, and a growing metropolitan area without giving up the space and lifestyle that make Arizona special.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.