Residency Trained or Board-Certified Veterinary Internist

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Student Loan Assistance

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital in Hickory, NC is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

This role offers a guaranteed base salary of $200,000–$250,000 with a $100,000 sign-on bonus and 25% production potential, plus relocation assistance and opportunities to pursue Medical Director leadership.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent required.
• DACVIM board certification or residency training with board eligibility in small animal internal medicine.
• Strong communication and collaborative care skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced internal medicine patient care in a multidisciplinary hospital.
• Collaborate with specialists and support staff to deliver exceptional care.
• Mentoring and potential leadership through Medical Director opportunities.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent

Board Certified (DACVIM) or Residency-Trained and Board-Eligible in Small Animal Internal Medicine

Job description

Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 / year

Department: Veterinarians

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital | Hickory, North Carolina

$100,000 Sign-On Bonus | Up to $250,000 Base Salary + Production | Leadership Opportunities Available

Ready to practice exceptional medicine alongside a collaborative team of specialists while enjoying the lifestyle of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital (CASE) has proudly served western North Carolina for more than 30 years and continues to grow as a trusted destination for advanced specialty and emergency care. We are seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, collaborating with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and helping shape the future of specialty medicine.

Whether you're looking to focus exclusively on Internal Medicine or are interested in stepping into a Medical Director leadership role, we'd love to connect.

Why You'll Love Practicing at CASE

At CASE, you'll have the resources, technology, and team to practice medicine at the highest level.

Dr. Haysom and her team removing a foreign body with an endoscopic procedure.

Work alongside an exceptional specialty team:

• Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Emergency & Critical Care
• Rehabilitation
• Behavior
• Highly skilled licensed technicians and experienced support staff

State-of-the-art hospital featuring:

• 12 spacious examination rooms
• Large ICU staffed 24/7 by experienced technicians
• Separate feline, intermediate care, and isolation wards
• On-site CT scanner
• Digital radiology
• GE Logiq ultrasound
• Fluoroscopy
• Endoscopy
• Fully equipped surgical suites
• Comprehensive in-house laboratory
• Advanced surgical instrumentation
• Snyder oxygen cages
• Blood transfusion capabilities
• LigaSure vessel sealing
• GIA stapling systems
• Dedicated rehabilitation suite featuring:
  • Underwater treadmill
  • Therapeutic laser
  • E-stim
  • Exercise treadmill
• Dedicated I-131 Radioactive Iodine Therapy program with specialized feline treatment facilities

Our collaborative culture allows specialists to consult together daily, providing comprehensive, patient-centered care while supporting one another professionally.

Build the Career You Want

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex medical cases, mentoring others, and being part of a hospital where collaboration is valued.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent)
• Board Certified (DACVIM) or Residency-Trained and Board-Eligible in Small Animal Internal Medicine
• Passion for advanced patient care and collaborative medicine
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  Leadership Opportunity

  Qualified candidates may also be considered for a Medical Director position, offering the opportunity to combine specialty practice with mentorship, medical leadership, and strategic influence within a thriving specialty hospital.

  Compensation and Benefits

  We believe exceptional specialists deserve exceptional rewards.

  Compensation Highlights:

  • $200,000-$250,000 guaranteed base salary
  • $100,000 sign-on bonus
  • 25% production compensation
  • Relocation assistance
  • Student loan assistance program – up to $20,000 in student loan assistance for 3 years

  Comprehensive Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE time
  • Professional membership and licensure support
  • 529 Gift of College savings program
  • Employee pet discounts

  Love Where You Live – Hickory, North Carolina

  Imagine finishing your day and being on a hiking trail, mountain bike ride, or lake within minutes.

  Nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers an exceptional quality of life with a cost of living well below the national average. Residents enjoy four distinct seasons, beautiful outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a welcoming community without the traffic and high housing costs found in larger metropolitan areas.

  Hickory is known for:

  • Easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian hiking trails
  • Beautiful lakes including Lake Hickory, Lake Norman, and Lake James
  • Boating, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, and camping
  • Thriving local restaurants, breweries, and arts scene
  • Affordable housing and family-friendly neighborhoods
  • Convenient weekend access to Asheville, Charlotte, and the North Carolina mountains

  Whether you're raising a family, seeking outdoor adventure, or simply looking for more balance between work and life, Hickory offers the best of both worlds.

  Join a Hospital That Invests in You

  At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital, you'll join a respected specialty practice where collaboration, innovation, and compassionate patient care are at the center of everything we do.

  If you're ready to build your career with an experienced specialty team, practice advanced medicine using cutting-edge technology, and enjoy an outstanding quality of life in western North Carolina, we'd love to hear from you.

  Apply today and discover why Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital is the place where exceptional specialists build exceptional careers.