Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Generous paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Professional development

Ethos network access

Job summary

Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County is seeking a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist in San Marcos, CA. The position offers a base salary of $190,000–$225,000 with a production-based bonus of 25% based on experience and qualifications.

Full-time schedule, relocation assistance, and a sign-on bonus are available as part of a comprehensive benefits package. Join an AAHA-accredited referral and emergency hospital with a multidisciplinary team across Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery,

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine or completion of an Internal Medicine residency with eligibility.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in California.
• Strong clinical and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary medicine.
• Commitment to exceptional patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced Internal Medicine care for a diverse referral caseload.
• Develop comprehensive diagnostic and treatment plans for complex cases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists across departments.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools (CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy).
• Mentor and contribute to the growth of the Internal Medicine service.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians.

Skills

DVM

Internal Medicine

Collaboration

Communication

Teamwork

Education

DVM or equivalent

Board-certified in Small Animal Internal Medicine

Job description

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist – Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County

Compensation: $190,000–$225,000 base + 25% production potential, based on experience and qualifications
Employment Type: Full-time opportunity in San Marcos, California
Schedule: Full-time

Why Join Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County?

This is an opportunity to join an established Internal Medicine service within a 24/7 emergency and specialty referral hospital and help shape its continued growth alongside our current Internists. You'll have the opportunity to manage a diverse and complex caseload while working closely with specialists across multiple disciplines.

VSH North County is an AAHA-accredited referral and emergency hospital with a strong foundation of specialty medicine. Our team includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Medical Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, and Cardiology, creating a truly multidisciplinary environment for complex case management.

Our Internal Medicine service is supported by advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, including:

• CT and MRI
• Advanced ultrasound
• Fluoroscopy
• Digital radiography
• Advanced minimally invasive procedures
• Fully equipped ICU and surgical suites

You’ll also benefit from an established referral base, experienced Internal Medicine colleagues, excellent technician support, and a leadership team committed to clinical excellence and physician well-being.

The opportunity is especially compelling because of what's ahead: VSH North County is relocating to a new 35,000-square-foot hospital in San Marcos in early 2027. The expanded facility will provide greater clinical capacity and specialty space, giving our incoming Internist a meaningful opportunity to help shape the future of Internal Medicine in a new environment.

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. You'll have easy access to beaches, hiking and outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment while remaining within convenient reach of the greater San Diego area. With a welcoming community and year-round opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, San Marcos offers an excellent balance between professional opportunity and quality of life.

• Base compensation of $190,000–$225,000 plus 25% production potential, based on experience, qualifications, and credentials
• Sign-on bonus & Relocation assistance
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Access to the broader Ethos Veterinary Health specialty network

In your day-to-day, you will

• Provide advanced Internal Medicine care for a diverse and complex referral caseload
• Develop comprehensive diagnostic and treatment plans for challenging medical cases
• Collaborate closely with Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Medical Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, and other specialty services
• Utilize advanced diagnostic capabilities including CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and digital radiography
• Perform and develop advanced diagnostic and minimally invasive procedures within the scope of your interests and expertise
• Work alongside an experienced Internal Medicine team with strong technician support
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and serve as a trusted Internal Medicine resource for the community
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis
• Participate in mentorship, teaching, and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Internal Medicine service
• Help shape Internal Medicine within VSH North County's new 35,000-square-foot facility
• Contribute to a collaborative hospital culture centered on multidisciplinary medicine, clinical excellence, and team well-being

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
• Board certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine or completion of an Internal Medicine 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 continued development of an established Internal Medicine service
• A passion for complex case management, continuous learning, and advancing specialty medicine
• Whether an experienced diplomate or recently completing residency, an enthusiasm for building a long-term career within a collaborative specialty environment

Join Us

At VSH North County, you'll have the opportunity to join an established Internal Medicine service at an exciting point of growth and help shape its future within a brand-new 35,000-square-foot hospital.

You’ll work alongside a deep bench of specialists and experienced clinical support professionals, with the autonomy to develop your practice while benefiting from a hospital designed around multidisciplinary collaboration.

The combination of an established referral base, experienced colleagues, advanced diagnostic capabilities, strong technician support, and an upcoming new facility creates a unique opportunity for an Internist who wants to practice exceptional medicine while having a meaningful role in building what's next.

If you're looking for a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, your professional interests are supported, and you can help shape the future of specialty medicine in North County San Diego, 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.