Veterinary Cardiologist

Veterinary Cardiologist

Full-Time opportunity in Asheville, NC

Why Join South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty

Are you a Veterinary Cardiologist looking to plant roots in the stunning mountains of Western NC? South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES)—formerly known as Upstate Veterinary Specialty Pet Hospital - Asheville—is on an exciting growth journey, and we’re looking for a passionate clinician to join our exceptional team!

We’re under new management, prioritizing innovation, collaboration, and top-tier patient care. Our human trained sonographer is on board to enhance diagnostic capabilities, giving you the support you need to excel in your specialty. Our brand-new, 34,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide the best care possible. 

With cutting-edge tools, you’ll have everything you need to practice at the highest level, including:

• 1.5 T GE MRI & 64 slice GE CT scanner
• Interventional radiology suite with fluoroscopy
• Designated neurosurgery suite
• Onsite blood bank
• Dedicated neurology coordinator

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

When you’re not making a difference in pets’ lives, you’ll be living in one of the most desirable cities in the country. Asheville offers easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, breathtaking hiking trails, a thriving culinary scene, featuring 12 James Beard-nominated restaurants and a vibrant, dog-friendly brewery and bar culture—perfect for unwinding after work.

Perks & Benefits

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

In your day-to-day, you will:

· Provide advanced medical and interventional cardiology care, diagnosing and managing a wide range of complex cardiac conditions in referral, emergency, and hospitalized patients.
· Perform and interpret echocardiograms, thoracic radiographs, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and Holter or telemetry monitoring to guide diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term case management.
· Collaborate closely with Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Exotics, and Emergency teams to develop integrated treatment plans and optimize patient outcomes.
· Participate in on-call responsibilities for emergency echocardiograms and catheterization procedures as needed to support urgent patient needs.
· Partner with overnight Emergency and ICU teams to provide continuity of care and expert consultation for hospitalized cardiac patients.
· Utilize advanced hospital resources including CT, MRI, telemetry, and specialized ultrasound capabilities to support diagnostic and interventional cardiology services.
· Build trusted relationships with referring veterinarians through timely communication, collaborative case management, and expert consultation.
· Guide pet owners through cardiac diagnoses, treatment options, and long-term management plans with empathy, clarity, and confidence.
· Access ongoing mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities, including interventional cardiology and cath lab experience across the Ethos network.
· Contribute to a collaborative hospital culture focused on innovation, teamwork, exceptional patient care, and advancing specialty medicine.

What You Bring

· DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
· Board Certification in Cardiology (DACVIM-Cardiology) or Residency Trained in Cardiology.
· 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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Mark Hyde at View email address on us.fitly.work .