Veterinary Cardiologist

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Sign-on/relocation assistance

CE allowance and development support

Paid time off and disability insurance

Retirement benefits and life insurance

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, Texas seeks a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Cardiologist with a strong interest in interventional procedures. You will join a multidisciplinary team with access to advanced imaging and a dedicated Interventional Radiology Suite.

Enjoy a collaborative hospital culture, mentorship opportunities, and a robust benefits package as part of Ethos Veterinary Health’s network of specialty hospitals.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Cardiology preferred.
• Eligibility for state veterinary licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced cardiology care for a diverse caseload of veterinary patients.
• Perform and interpret advanced cardiac diagnostics including echocardiography, ECG, Holter monitoring, and advanced imaging.
• Develop expertise in interventional cardiac procedures based on clinical interests and experience.
• Utilize advanced cardiac imaging capabilities such as 3D echocardiography, TEE, and cardiac-gated CT.
• Collaborate with Surgery, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Anesthesia, and other services.
• Support advanced minimally invasive procedures in the Interventional Radiology Suite.
• Build relationships with referring veterinarians through consultation and education.
• Mentor interns, specialty interns, residents, and support staff.

Skills

Interventional cardiology

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mentorship abilities

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

US state veterinary licensure eligibility

Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiology

Tools

N/A

Job description

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Cardiologist with an interest in interventional procedures to join our dynamic specialty hospital in Houston, Texas. You’ll have the opportunity to practice advanced cardiology within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment supported by sophisticated diagnostic imaging and a dedicated Interventional Radiology Suite.

At GCVS, you’ll do more than practice—you’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine. You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians. Our 60,000-square-foot hospital features two dedicated Philips echocardiography systems, including an EPIQ CVx with 3D and TEE capabilities, a Philips PageWriter TC70 ECG, Holter monitoring, cardiac-gated 128-slice CT, onsite 3T MRI, C-arm, and advanced ultrasound. Our newly remodeled Interventional Radiology Suite is equipped to support a variety of advanced cardiac procedures.

Houston offers the energy and amenities of one of the country’s largest metropolitan areas, with a remarkably diverse mix of cultures, languages, food, arts, and entertainment. With a warm climate and year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation, plus professional sports, world-class medical and educational institutions, and easy access to the Gulf Coast, Houston offers an exceptional place to live and work.

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

• 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 cardiology care for a diverse caseload of veterinary patients.
• Perform and interpret advanced cardiac diagnostics, including echocardiography, ECG, Holter monitoring, and advanced imaging.
• Perform and develop expertise in interventional cardiac procedures based on clinical interests and experience.
• Utilise advanced cardiac imaging capabilities, including 3D echocardiography, TEE, and cardiac-gated CT.
• Collaborate closely with Surgery, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Anesthesia, and other specialty services.
• Utilise the newly remodeled Interventional Radiology Suite to support advanced minimally invasive procedures.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians through consultation, communication, and continuing education.
• Participate in clinical education and mentorship of interns, specialty interns, residents, and support team members.
• 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 state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiology.
• Interest or experience in interventional cardiology procedures.
• 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.

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.