Veterinary Radiologist

National Veterinary Associates; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

CE allowance

Professional expenses

Generous PTO

Licensing support

Membership support

Career coaching

Teaching opportunities

Ethos network access

Job summary

Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County in San Marcos, California, is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Radiologist to join our Diagnostic Imaging team. This full-time role offers a base salary of $250,000–$300,000 plus production and a path to contribute to a new 35,000-square-foot facility opening in 2027.

Join a deeply multidisciplinary referral hospital where MRI, CT, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy drive clinical decisions.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for California licensure.
• Board certification in Veterinary Radiology or residency-trained with board eligibility.
• Strong diagnostic and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Interpret advanced diagnostic imaging studies across a diverse specialty referral caseload.
• Collaborate directly with clinicians across Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, ECC, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, and Interventional Radiology.
• Provide imaging consultation to help guide diagnostic and treatment decisions.
• Support advanced imaging procedures and image-guided interventions.
• Utilize MRI, CT, ultrasound, radiography, and fluoroscopy according to clinical need.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and treatment planning.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and serve as an imaging resource for the community.
• Participate in teaching and mentorship of interns, residents, students, and veterinary team members.
• Help shape the continued development of Diagnostic Imaging as VSH transitions to its new hospital.

Education

DVM or equivalent

Board certification in Veterinary Radiology or residency

Job description

Hospital Name: Veterinary Specialty Hospital - North County

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Radiologist | Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County

Base Salary: $250,000–$300,000 based on experience and qualifications, plus production

Full-Time opportunity in San Marcos, California

Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Radiologist to join our established Diagnostic Imaging team in San Marcos, California.

This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced imaging team while becoming an integral part of a deeply multidisciplinary referral hospital. Diagnostic Imaging plays a central role in the clinical decision-making at VSH North County, partnering daily with Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Emergency & Critical Care, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, and Interventional Radiology.

VSH North County is also preparing to move into a new 35,000-square-foot hospital in early 2027, creating expanded clinical capacity and an opportunity for our imaging team to help shape how advanced diagnostic services support the hospital's next phase of growth.

The Opportunity

Our Diagnostic Imaging service provides imaging support across a diverse specialty referral environment, with access to a board-certified radiologist seven days per week. The service supports both diagnostic interpretation and collaborative case management, giving the incoming radiologist the opportunity to work directly with clinicians across multiple specialties.

The hospital offers MRI, CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy, along with advanced imaging-guided procedures. These capabilities allow the imaging team to play an active role in complex diagnostics, procedural planning, minimally invasive interventions, and ongoing case management.

You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with our Interventional Radiology team, which works closely with Radiology, Surgery, and Internal Medicine on minimally invasive procedures including vascular interventions, stenting, embolization, and image-guided procedures.

Location Highlight

San Marcos offers the best of Southern California living with easy access to North County San Diego's beaches, restaurants, outdoor recreation, and vibrant communities. From the coast to nearby hiking and mountain biking, you'll have abundant opportunities to enjoy an active lifestyle outside of work.

• Base salary of $250,000–$300,000, based on experience and qualifications, plus production
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• CE allowance and professional expense support
• Generous PTO
• Professional licensing and membership support
• Career coaching and professional development resources
• Opportunities for teaching, mentorship, and leadership development
• Access to the broader Ethos Veterinary Health specialty network

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Interpret advanced diagnostic imaging studies across a diverse specialty referral caseload
• Collaborate directly with clinicians across Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, ECC, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, and Interventional Radiology
• Provide imaging consultation to help guide diagnostic and treatment decisions
• Support advanced imaging procedures and image-guided interventions
• Utilize MRI, CT, ultrasound, radiography, and fluoroscopy according to clinical need
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and treatment planning
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and serve as an imaging resource for the community
• Participate in teaching and mentorship of interns, residents, students, and veterinary team members
• Help shape the continued development of Diagnostic Imaging as VSH transitions to its new hospital
• Pursue areas of clinical interest, research, and professional development through the broader Ethos network

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for California licensure
• Board certification in Veterinary Radiology or completion of a recognized radiology residency with board eligibility
• Strong diagnostic and communication skills
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary medicine
• Interest in teaching, mentorship, and professional development
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and referring veterinarian relationships
• An interest in contributing to the continued development of an established imaging service

Join Us

At VSH North County, Diagnostic Imaging isn't simply a supporting service—it is an integral part of how our specialists diagnose, treat, and manage complex patients.

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists, contribute directly to multidisciplinary case management, and help shape the future of imaging at a hospital preparing for a new 35,000-square-foot facility in early 2027.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace.