Veterinary Cardiologist

Maine Veterinary Medical Center; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Mentorship and research opportunities

Ethos network access

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Cardiologist to join the North County specialty team in San Marcos, CA. You will provide advanced cardiovascular care within a 24/7 emergency and specialty referral hospital, collaborating across internal medicine, surgery, neurology, oncology, imaging, and more.

You will shape the Cardiology service in a brand-new 35,000-square-foot facility and contribute to teaching, mentorship, and research within Ethos'

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree and California licensure eligibility.
• Board certification in Veterinary Cardiology or completion of a Cardiology residency with eligibility.
• Strong clinical and communication skills; ability to collaborate across multiple specialties.
• Interest in teaching, continuous learning, and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced cardiovascular care for a diverse referral caseload.
• Perform comprehensive cardiac evaluations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Medical Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Emergency & Critical Care, and other services.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic capabilities including CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and radiography for cardiac case management.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and serve as a Cardiology resource for the community.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis clearly to clients.
• Work with veterinary technicians and hospital support staff across disciplines.
• Participate in teaching programs involving externs, interns, residents.
• Pursue clinical interests and research opportunities with support from Ethos teams.
• Help develop and grow Cardiology services at VSH North County.
• Contribute to evolution of Cardiology as the hospital relocates to a new facility.
• Engage in continuing education within Ethos network.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative

Teaching interest

Clinical research interest

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board certification in Veterinary Cardiology or Cardiology residency

California veterinary licensure eligibility

Job description

Job Description

Veterinary Cardiologist - Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County

Compensation: Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications

Employment Type: Full-time opportunity in San Marcos, California

Schedule: Full-time

Why Join Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County?

Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Small Animal Cardiologist to join our growing specialty team in San Marcos, California.

This is an opportunity to join an established, 24/7 emergency and specialty referral hospital and help continue developing a Cardiology service within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment. You'll work alongside experienced specialists while having the opportunity to shape your practice and contribute to the continued growth of specialty medicine at VSH North County.

Our hospital brings together specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Medical Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency & Critical Care, and Cardiology. This depth of expertise allows our clinicians to collaborate closely on complex cases and provide comprehensive care for patients and their families.

VSH North County supports advanced specialty medicine with sophisticated diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including MRI, 128-slice CT, fluoroscopy, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, advanced surgical suites, and a dedicated intensive care unit.

We also have an exciting future ahead. VSH North County is relocating to a new 35,000-square-foot hospital in San Marcos in early 2027, significantly expanding our clinical capacity and specialty space. Our incoming Cardiologist will have an opportunity to help shape the continued development of Cardiology as the hospital transitions into this new facility.

New site. New equipment. Same great team and medicine.

Location Highlight

San Marcos offers an ideal Southern California lifestyle in the heart of North County San Diego. With easy access to the Pacific coastline, hiking and outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and the broader San Diego area, you'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy everything Southern California has to offer. San Marcos provides a welcoming community and a strong balance between professional opportunity and quality of life.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Dedicated clinical and technician support
• Opportunities for mentorship, teaching, and research
• Access to the broader Ethos Veterinary Health specialty network

In your day-to-day, you will

• Provide advanced cardiovascular care for a diverse referral caseload
• Perform comprehensive cardiac evaluations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Medical Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Emergency & Critical Care, and other specialty services
• Utilize advanced diagnostic capabilities including CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and digital radiography to support cardiac case management
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and serve as a trusted Cardiology resource for the community
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis
• Work alongside experienced veterinary technicians and the broader hospital support team
• Participate in the hospital's active teaching program involving externs, rotating interns, specialty interns, and residents
• Pursue clinical interests and research opportunities with support from the VSH and Ethos teams
• Help develop and grow Cardiology services at VSH North County
• Contribute to the continued evolution of Cardiology as the hospital transitions into its new 35,000-square-foot facility
• Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities within VSH and the broader Ethos network

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
• Board certification in Veterinary Cardiology or completion of a Cardiology residency with eligibility for board certification
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in California
• Strong clinical and communication skills
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary medicine
• Commitment to exceptional patient and client care
• Interest in contributing to the growth and development of Cardiology at VSH North County
• A passion for teaching, continuous learning, and advancing specialty medicine
• Interest in clinical research is encouraged and supported

Join Us

At VSH North County, you'll have the opportunity to join a sophisticated specialty hospital at an exciting point of growth and help shape the future of Cardiology within a brand-new 35,000-square-foot facility.

You’ll work alongside an experienced team of specialists, emergency clinicians, and highly trained support staff, with the ability to collaborate across disciplines while developing a practice that aligns with your clinical interests.

With an established specialty foundation, strong multidisciplinary collaboration, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and a new hospital on the horizon, this is an opportunity to build something meaningful while becoming part of an exceptional team.

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 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.