Veterinary Cardiologist

AAVMP; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Sign-on or relocation assistance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Asheville, NC is seeking a Veterinary Cardiologist to join our new, state-of-the-art SAVES facility. You will provide advanced medical and interventional cardiology care for referral, emergency, and in-hospital patients.

Responsibilities include performing echocardiograms, ECGs, Holter monitoring, and collaborating with Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, and Emergency teams to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board certification or residency training in Cardiology.
• Strong communication and client-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced medical and interventional cardiology care for referral, emergency, and hospitalized patients.
• Perform and interpret echocardiograms, ECGs, Holter/telemetry monitoring.
• Collaborate with Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, and Emergency teams to optimize outcomes.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities for emergency echocardiograms and catheterization procedures.
• Guide owners through diagnoses and long-term management with empathy.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Compassionate approach

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board Certification in Cardiology (DACVIM-Cardiology) or Residency Trained in Cardiology

Job description

Job Description

Full-Time opportunity in Asheville, NC

Veterinary Cardiologist

Why Join South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty

Are you a Veterinary Cardiologist looking to plant roots in the stunning mountains of Western NC? South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES)-formerly known as Upstate Veterinary Specialty Pet Hospital - Asheville-is on an exciting growth journey, and we're looking for a passionate clinician to join our exceptional team! We're under new management, prioritizing innovation, collaboration, and top-tier patient care. Our human trained sonographer is on board to enhance diagnostic capabilities, giving you the support you need to excel in your specialty. Our brand-new, 34,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide the best care possible. With cutting-edge tools, you'll have everything you need to practice at the highest level, including:

• 1.5 T GE MRI & 64 slice GE CT scanner
• Interventional radiology suite with fluoroscopy
• Designated neurosurgery suite
• Onsite blood bank
• Dedicated neurology coordinator

Location Highlight

When you're not making a difference in pets' lives, you'll be living in one of the most desirable cities in the country. Asheville offers easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, breathtaking hiking trails, a thriving culinary scene, featuring 12 James Beard-nominated restaurants and a vibrant, dog-friendly brewery and bar culture-perfect for unwinding after work.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive compensation
• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Provide advanced medical and interventional cardiology care, diagnosing and managing a wide range of complex cardiac conditions in referral, emergency, and hospitalized patients.
• Perform and interpret echocardiograms, thoracic radiographs, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and Holter or telemetry monitoring to guide diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term case management.
• Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Exotics, and Emergency teams to develop integrated treatment plans and optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities for emergency echocardiograms and catheterization procedures as needed to support urgent patient needs.
• Partner with overnight Emergency and ICU teams to provide continuity of care and expert consultation for hospitalized cardiac patients.
• Utilize advanced hospital resources including CT, MRI, telemetry, and specialized ultrasound capabilities to support diagnostic and interventional cardiology services.
• Build trusted relationships with referring veterinarians through timely communication, collaborative case management, and expert consultation.
• Guide pet owners through cardiac diagnoses, treatment options, and long-term management plans with empathy, clarity, and confidence.
• Access ongoing mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities, including interventional cardiology and cath lab experience across the Ethos network.
• Contribute to a collaborative hospital culture focused on innovation, teamwork, exceptional patient care, and advancing specialty medicine.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Cardiology (DACVIM-Cardiology) or Residency Trained in Cardiology.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.