Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sign-on/relocation

Health/dental/vision insurance

CE allowance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

EAP

Clinical trials

Cross-hospital collaboration

Advanced resources

Job summary

Colorado Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) in Boulder, CO, is seeking a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join a collaborative specialty team and advance patient care through multidisciplinary expertise.

The role offers a base salary of $200,000–$225,000 with relocation assistance, full-time schedule, and opportunities for research and network-wide collaboration within Ethos Veterinary Health.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with Colorado licensure eligibility.
• Board Certification in Internal Medicine (DACVIM) or residency training.
• Strong communication skills with a client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset with commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Passion for continuous learning and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex internal medicine cases across GI, endocrine, infectious, hepatic, hematologic, urinary, and respiratory systems.
• Perform and oversee advanced diagnostic procedures using ultrasound, endoscopy, CT, MRI and other resources.
• Coordinate with Emergency & Critical Care teams as a primary diagnostic resource.
• Collaborate with Oncology, Surgery, Imaging and other services to develop comprehensive plans.
• Mentor technicians and promote learning and clinical excellence.
• Contribute to growth of Internal Medicine services at CASE.
• Work with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide compassionate care.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Support a team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration and learning.

Skills

Diagnostic reasoning

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Colorado licensure eligibility

Tools

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

CT/MRI access

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

$200,000-$225,000 Base Salary + Relocation Assistance Available
Internal Medicine opportunity in Boulder, Colorado
Schedule: Full-Time

At Colorado Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE), you'll do far more than manage complex cases. You'll be part of a collaborative specialty team where internal medicine serves as the diagnostic cornerstone of the hospital. Here, you'll have the opportunity to tackle challenging cases, influence patient outcomes across multiple specialties, and work alongside colleagues who genuinely value collaboration, curiosity, and clinical excellence.

CASE is a 52,000-square-foot specialty and 24-hour emergency hospital dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative medicine and strong partnerships with pet owners and referring veterinarians. Internal Medicine is deeply integrated with Emergency & Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Oncology, Anesthesia, and Surgery, creating an environment where multidisciplinary collaboration is part of everyday practice rather than an exception.

As part of the Ethos Veterinary Health network, you'll have access to opportunities for research participation, clinical trials, and collaboration across a national community of specialty hospitals, while maintaining the autonomy to practice medicine in a way that best serves your patients.

Location Highlight

Located at the base of the iconic Flatirons, Boulder offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and vibrant community living. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, skiing, climbing, or exploring an acclaimed food and arts scene, Boulder provides year-round opportunities to create an exceptional lifestyle. With excellent schools, a welcoming community, and easy access to Denver, it is a place where personal and professional goals can thrive 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.

• Competitive compensation
• 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
• Opportunities to participate in clinical trials and research initiatives
• Cross-hospital collaboration through the Ethos Veterinary Health network
• Access to advanced diagnostic and specialty resources

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage complex internal medicine cases spanning GI, hepatobiliary, infectious disease, endocrine, hematologic, urinary, and respiratory conditions.
• Perform and/or oversee advanced diagnostic procedures utilizing ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, and other hospital diagnostic resources.
• Coordinate closely with Emergency & Critical Care teams as a primary diagnostic and consultative resource for hospitalized patients.
• Collaborate with Oncology, Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, and other specialty services to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
• Mentor technicians and assistants while supporting a culture of learning, clinical growth, and medical excellence.
• Help advance and shape the continued growth of Internal Medicine services at CASE.
• 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 Internal Medicine (DACVIM) or Residency Trained in Internal Medicine.
• 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.