Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Sign-on or relocation assistance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

CE allowance and professional dev.

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston seeks a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Internist to join our Internal Medicine team, managing a diverse caseload with support from specialists, emergency clinicians, and skilled staff.

You'll access advanced diagnostics, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, and Diagnostic Imaging to deliver coordinated patient care while mentoring colleagues and contributing to clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent and Texas licensure eligibility.
• Board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine or completion of an approved residency in Internal Medicine.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a diverse caseload of internal medicine cases.
• Perform advanced diagnostic procedures and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic resources to support evaluation and treatment.
• Collaborate with Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, Critical Care, Imaging and others.
• Maintain strong relationships with referring veterinarians through communication.
• Participate in mentorship and ongoing professional development.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Skills

Diagnostics

Clinical decision-making

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine

Residency training in Internal Medicine

Texas licensure eligibility

Job description

Hospital Name: Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Internist to join our established Internal Medicine team. As a leading specialty and emergency hospital, GCVS offers the opportunity to manage a diverse and challenging caseload alongside an experienced team of specialists, emergency clinicians, and highly skilled support staff.

Our expansive specialty network encourages collaboration across departments, giving you access to advanced diagnostic capabilities and the expertise of colleagues across multiple disciplines. With a strong referral base, opportunities for professional development, and a culture that values teamwork and clinical excellence, GCVS provides an environment where you can continue to grow while delivering exceptional patient care.

At Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, 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.

Houston offers a vibrant mix of world-class dining, arts and culture, professional sports, museums, and outdoor recreation. With a diverse community, access to the Gulf Coast, and a wide range of neighborhoods and lifestyles, the Houston area offers plenty of opportunities to find your place both professionally and personally.

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, if applicable
• 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:

• Diagnose and manage a diverse caseload of complex internal medicine cases, including gastrointestinal, endocrine, renal, respiratory, and immune-mediated conditions.
• Perform advanced diagnostic procedures and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with challenging medical conditions.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and procedural resources to support comprehensive patient evaluation and treatment.
• Collaborate closely with specialists across Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, and other departments to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with referring veterinarians through timely communication, consultation, and follow-up.
• Participate in case discussions, mentorship, and ongoing professional development within a collaborative specialty environment.
• 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 Texas veterinary licensure.
• Board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine or completion of an approved residency training program in Internal Medicine.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills, with an interest in managing complex medical cases.
• Excellent communication skills and 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.