Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

National Veterinary Associates; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Professional liability insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is seeking a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist (DACVIM) to join Fresno Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center in Fresno, California. The role offers a base salary of $200,000–$240,000 with ProSal, up to $60,000 sign-on, and relocation assistance.

You will collaborate with Diplomates across Emergency, Surgery, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, and other specialties, using advanced diagnostics to manage complex cases while mentoring staff and

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for California licensure.
• Board Certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine (DACVIM) or residency trained and board eligible.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex Internal Medicine cases spanning GI, hepatobiliary, infectious disease, endocrine, hematologic, and respiratory conditions.
• Perform and/or order diagnostics such as ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, and advanced laboratory testing.
• Coordinate with Emergency & Critical Care and other specialty teams on shared patients and transfers.
• Mentor technicians and support staff as part of daily case management.
• Build and maintain relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the Central Valley.

Skills

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Teaching & mentorship

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board Certification in DACVIM or residency trained

Tools

Vimago CT

GE Logiq P6 Vet ultrasound

Endoscopy

CT imaging

Job description

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist (DACVIM)

Base Salary: $200,000–$240,000 with ProSal Compensation Model | Up to $60,000 Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
Full-Time opportunity in Fresno, California
Schedule: FT

At Fresno Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, you'll join an established specialty team providing advanced medicine to a referral community of nearly one million people throughout California's Central Valley. FVSEC is a 24/7/365 emergency and specialty hospital with a strong reputation for clinical excellence, compassionate care, and collaboration with referring veterinarians.

You'll practice alongside Diplomates in Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Dentistry, and Ophthalmology, creating an environment where complex cases can be managed collaboratively without requiring clients to travel outside the Central Valley. FVSEC is also the only approved Emergency and Critical Care Resident Training Facility in the Central Valley, offering opportunities for teaching, mentorship, and continued professional development. (fvsec.com )

The hospital's experienced team and long-standing leadership provide a stable foundation for practicing high-level Internal Medicine, while advanced diagnostics and dedicated specialty support allow you to focus on what you do best—solving complex cases and providing exceptional patient care.

Location Highlight

Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, Fresno offers an affordable, family-friendly lifestyle with incredible access to outdoor adventure. Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, the Sierra Nevada, and the Pacific Coast are all within easy reach, giving you year-round opportunities for hiking, camping, skiing, fishing, biking, and exploring.

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 of $200,000–$240,000 with ProSal compensation model
• Up to $60,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional liability insurance
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage complex Internal Medicine cases spanning GI, hepatobiliary, infectious disease, endocrine, hematologic, and respiratory conditions
• Perform and/or order diagnostics such as ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, and advanced laboratory testing
• Coordinate with Emergency & Critical Care and other specialty teams on shared patients and transfers
• Collaborate with specialists in Surgery, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, and Emergency & Critical Care to provide comprehensive case management
• Utilize advanced hospital capabilities including Vimago CT, GE Logiq P6 Vet ultrasound, digital radiography, in-house laboratory and cytology, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and laparoscopic equipment as appropriate to your cases
• Mentor technicians and support staff as part of daily case management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the Central Valley
• Engage in ongoing CE, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• 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 California veterinary licensure
• Board Certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine (DACVIM) or residency trained in Small Animal Internal Medicine and board eligible
• 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
• An interest in teaching, mentorship, and contributing to the growth of specialty medicine in the Central Valley

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.

At FVSEC, you'll join a well-established specialty hospital with an experienced team, advanced technology, and a diverse referral caseload. If you're looking for a collaborative environment where you can practice sophisticated Internal Medicine, work alongside multiple specialties, and make a meaningful impact on veterinary care throughout the Central Valley, we'd love to connect.

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.