Veterinary Anesthesiologist - Complex Perioperative Care

National Veterinary Associates; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Relocation assistance

CE allowance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

EASTERN CAROLINA VETERINARY REFERRAL, part of Ethos, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Internist to join our growing Wilmington, NC team. Work alongside experienced emergency and specialty clinicians in a high-volume referral hospital with advanced diagnostics, emphasizing exceptional patient care, clear client communication, and work-life balance.

This role includes teaching opportunities with residents and veterinary students and close collaboration with surgery, internal

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Anesthesiology or residency training in Veterinary Anesthesiology.
• Strong clinical skills and an interest in complex anesthesia and perioperative case management.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for teaching, mentorship, continuous learning, and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced anesthesia care for complex specialty, emergency, surgical, and interventional cases.
• Collaborate closely with specialists in surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, critical care, radiology, medical oncology, neurology, and emergency medicine.
• Support complex procedures utilizing ARISE’s advanced diagnostic and interventional capabilities, including CT, MRI, endoscopy, ultrasound, and C-arm fluoroscopy.
• Contribute to the hospital’s teaching environment by working alongside residents, interns, and veterinary student externs.
• Partner closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Help foster a culture of mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.

Skills

Board-certified Internist

Collaborative teamwork

Strong communication

Education

DVM or equivalent

State licensure eligibility

Job description

EASTERN CAROLINA VETERINARY REFERRAL, part of Ethos, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Internist to join our growing Wilmington, NC team. Work alongside experienced emergency and specialty clinicians in a high-volume referral hospital with advanced diagnostics, emphasizing exceptional patient care, clear client communication, and work-life balance.

This role includes teaching opportunities with residents and veterinary students and close collaboration with surgery, internal