Veterinary Cardiologist

AAVMP; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 190,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on or relocation assistance

CE allowance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Colorado Springs seeks a Veterinary Cardiologist to lead and grow a cardiology service within a AAHA-accredited, 24-hour emergency hospital. You will diagnose and manage complex cardiac cases, perform advanced imaging, and collaborate across specialties to deliver gold-standard care.

The role offers a competitive base salary, production-based earning potential, sign-on or relocation assistance, and robust benefits in a mission-driven environment focused on work-life

Qualifications

• Must hold a DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Colorado veterinary licensure eligibility is required.
• Board Certification in Cardiology or Residency Trained advised.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and interventional cardiology care for complex cardiac cases.
• Perform and interpret echocardiograms, thoracic radiographs, ECGs, and telemetry.
• Collaborate with Emergency, Radiology, Neurology, and other specialties to create treatment plans.
• Participate in emergency consultations and support hospitalized cardiac patients.
• Grow and develop cardiology services within a rapidly expanding specialty hospital.
• Utilize advanced resources including telemetry, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, and anesthesia support.
• Access mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Client-centered approach

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Colorado veterinary licensure eligibility

Board Certification in Cardiology or Residency Trained

Job description

Veterinary Cardiologist

$190,000-$225,000 Base Salary + Prosal

Schedule: Full-Time

Cardiologist opportunity in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Why Join Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty

At Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty, you'll have the opportunity to build and grow a thriving Cardiology service within a collaborative, AAHA-accredited specialty and 24-hour emergency hospital. As a Veterinary Cardiologist, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team that values teamwork, advanced medicine, and exceptional patient care while enjoying the support and resources needed to practice at the highest level.

Our hospital is home to experienced Emergency clinicians, an Internist who comes in for consultations, and a Neurologist joining the team as we continue expanding specialty services throughout the hospital. We are also licensed to provide Radiation Therapy services, allowing for comprehensive patient care and collaboration across multiple specialties. Southern Rockies is committed to delivering gold-standard veterinary medicine while fostering a culture built on community, family, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Location Highlight

Colorado Springs offers an incredible quality of life with the majestic Pikes Peak and the iconic Garden of the Gods right in your backyard. The city combines outdoor adventure, cultural attractions, and a welcoming community, making it one of the most desirable places to live in the country. Enjoy easy access to world-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and trail running, while Denver's dining, entertainment, and professional sports are only an hour away.

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
• Production-based earning potential
• 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
• Dedicated cardiology workspace with wet table and oxygen drops
• Advanced imaging and interventional capabilities including CT, MRI, C-arm fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound
• Highly trained emergency and technical support staff
• Collaborative multidisciplinary specialty environment
• Commitment to work-life balance and professional development

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Provide medical and interventional cardiology care, including diagnosis and management of complex cardiac cases.
• Perform and interpret echocardiograms, thoracic radiographs, ECGs, and Holter or telemetry monitoring.
• Collaborate closely with Emergency, Radiology, Rehabilitation, Neurology, and other specialty services to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Participate in emergency consultations and support hospitalized cardiac patients requiring advanced monitoring and treatment.
• Help grow and develop cardiology services within a rapidly expanding specialty hospital.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment resources including telemetry, direct arterial blood pressure monitoring, oxygen therapy, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, and anesthesia support.
• Access ongoing mentorship, collaboration, and professional development opportunities within a supportive specialty environment.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Colorado 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.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

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.

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.

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.