Veterinary Cardiologist

National Veterinary Associates; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

CE allowance

401k employer matching

Job summary

MissionVet Specialty + Emergency, part of National Veterinary Associates, seeks a board-certified cardiologist or residency-trained veterinarian to lead our growing cardiology department in San Antonio. You will work with surgeons and other specialists to deliver world-class cardiac care and mentor staff.

The hospital offers a robust cardiology caseload, access to advanced imaging, and a supportive leadership team focused on work/life balance and community service.

Qualifications

• Board-certified cardiologist or residency-trained veterinarian pursuing board certification in cardiology.
• Willingness to lead/shape the cardiology department in a growing practice.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with referring veterinarians.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the cardiology department within MissionVet Specialty + Emergency.
• Collaborate with surgeons and other specialists in a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide world-class cardiac care and oversee patient management.

Skills

Cardiology

ECG interpretation

Echocardiography

Team leadership

Collaborative care

Education

Board-certified cardiologist

Residency training in cardiology

Tools

ECG equipment access

Echocardiography equipment

Job description

Hospital Name: MissionVet Specialty + Emergency

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Are you in search of a hospital where you can not only practice world-class medicine but also be a part of a team that genuinely cares about each other and gives back to the community? MissionVet Specialty & Emergency is currently seeking a board-certified cardiologist, or residency trained veterinarian pursuing board certification in cardiology. There is a robust cardiology caseload in San Antonio and there is no full-time cardiologist. We are therefore ready to welcome a full-time practitioner and take the lead in providing world-class cardiac care. You will be supported by a highly skilled and engaged staff that genuinely cares about each other and their patients.

If you would like to be a part of a leading-edge practice that supports your talent and the importance of a work/life balance, know that at MissionVet, we can offer you that and much more!

• Ability to select ECG and echocardiography equipment
• Opportunity to work with specialists in a variety of disciplines including surgery, neurology, dermatology, oncology, internal medicine and emergency and critical care.
• Access to in-house SmartSound digital x-rays, 16 slice helical CT, 1.5T MRI, OEC 9600 C-Arm, and other state-of-the-art equipment
• 24/7 care for hospitalized patients provided by dedicated emergency veterinarians
• Ability to collaborate with surgeons experienced in PDA ligation and pacemaker placement
• We are expanding our hospital to over 10,000 sq. ft. including additional OR space to accommodate our rapid growth

The 7th largest city in the United States and the 2nd largest city in the state of Texas, San Antonio is a city of culture and pride that has recently been awarded the following accolades:

• Ranked No. 12 on Travel + Leisure’s “Best Cities in the U.S.”
• Labeled “the Best City in Texas” by Forbes in its October 2016 online edition

The opportunity at MissionVet provides the successful applicant the ability to lead the development of the department and the practice with guidance from a seasoned management team that has successfully built new practices in major cities across Texas.

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance, CE allowance, and 401k employer matching. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing practice with strong leadership and support. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate exceptional teamwork and communication skills and the desire to build strong relationships with referring veterinarians.

Please visit our website www.mission.vet for more information about our practice.