Veterinary Cardiologist

National Veterinary Associates; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Marketing & referral support

AAHA-accredited center

Job summary

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC is expanding and seeks a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Cardiologist to launch and grow a new cardiology service in a state-of-the-art facility.

Join a collaborative team with emergency doctors and specialists, including internal medicine, oncology, surgery, and critical care, and help shape advanced cardiac care in Western North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified or Residency-Trained in Cardiology.
• Experience building new specialty services preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Launch and lead a new cardiology service.
• Collaborate with ER, internal medicine, oncology, and surgery teams.
• Support interventional procedures and advanced cardiac care.

Job description

Hospital Name: South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES)

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Build a Cardiology Service in One of the Most Desirable Places to Live

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) in beautiful Asheville is expanding and we’re seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Cardiologist to launch and grow our cardiology service in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.

Imagine practicing exceptional medicine while breathing in fresh mountain air, just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, world-class hiking, and one of the Southeast’s most vibrant food scenes that calls home to 12 James Beard–nominated restaurants, dog-friendly breweries, and a lively arts culture. Asheville isn’t just a place to work; it’s a place to thrive.

A Rare Opportunity to Build Something Special

SAVES has recently expanded to 28,369 square feet, creating an exciting opportunity for a cardiologist to design and lead a new service line from the ground up. Because this is a new role, we’re committed to fully supporting your vision. We’ll invest in the tools, technology, and equipment you need to practice the highest level of cardiology medicine.

Interested in interventional procedures? You’ll love our intra-operative fluoroscopy and interventional radiology capabilities, designed to support advanced cardiac care.

Collaborative, Specialty-Driven Environment

You’ll join a collegial, highly skilled team of emergency doctors and specialists in:

• Critical Care
• Internal Medicine
• Oncology
• Surgery

We’re looking for someone who brings not only clinical excellence, but also energy, collaboration, strong communication skills, and a sense of humor. We want someone excited to be a key contributor to a thriving specialty hospital.

Why SAVES?

• Strong focus on work-life balance
• Dedicated Referral Relationship Manager and Marketing Manager to support service growth and brand visibility
• AAHA-accredited referral center

At SAVES, you won’t just join a hospital, you’ll help shape the future of specialty care in Western North Carolina.

Learn more about South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty HERE

Ready to call North Carolina home?

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Mark Hyde at [e-mail] to learn more about this unique opportunity.