Veterinary Cardiologist

Veterinary Cardiologist$200,000-$230,000 Base Salary (ProSal Model)Cardiology Opportunity in Tacoma, WashingtonSchedule: Full-TimeWhy Join Summit Veterinary Referral Center?At Summit Veterinary Referral Center, you'll do more than practice cardiology, you'll join a thriving specialty hospital with the case volume, advanced equipment, and collaborative culture to support a successful and rewarding career.We are seeking a Veterinary Cardiologist to join our well-established referral and specialty center in Tacoma, Washington. With a large and loyal referral network of more than 300 referring hospitals, you'll step into an established caseload that readily supports two Cardiologists while working alongside a highly skilled network of specialists and emergency clinicians.Our mission is simple: to be the leader in patient care and client service. Every member of our team is committed to delivering exceptional medicine while fostering a culture built on collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.As part of Ethos Veterinary Health, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.Location HighlightTacoma offers one of the most desirable lifestyles in the Pacific Northwest, combining waterfront living, urban amenities, and endless outdoor recreation. Whether you're drawn to vibrant downtown neighborhoods, family-friendly suburbs, or rural acreage, the Puget Sound region offers a variety of living options to fit your lifestyle. Within just a few hours, you'll find national parks, world-class skiing, the Pacific Ocean, hiking trails, boating, and countless outdoor adventures, creating the ideal work-life balance for veterinary specialists.Perks & BenefitsBenefits 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 compensationSign-on and/or relocation assistanceHealth, dental, and vision insuranceCE allowance and professional development supportPaid time offRetirement savings options, including 401(k)Employee assistance programsProfessional development incentivesStaff pet discountsEstablished referral network supporting a strong and consistent caseloadWhy Our Team Loves It HereBusy specialty hospital supported by over 300 referring facilitiesCollaborative team of specialists and emergency clinicians committed to high-quality patient careDedicated cardiology support staff, including multiple technicians and assistantsAdvanced imaging and interventional capabilities including:Philips Affiniti 70 ultrasound system for cardiac imagingTwo Samsung RS85 ultrasound unitsSiemens Somatom VB10 CTSiemens Magnetom Aera 1.5T MRIFluoroscopy suiteEndoscopy equipmentDigital radiographyEstablished interventional cardiology program performing:Balloon valvuloplastyPatent ductus arteriosus (PDA) occlusion proceduresTransvenous pacemaker placementCollaborative specialty team including:AnesthesiologyCritical CareInternal MedicineNeurologyNutritionOncologyRadiologySurgery24/7 Emergency ServicesIn Your Day-to-Day, You Will:Provide medical and interventional cardiology care, including diagnosis and management of complex cardiac casesPerform and interpret echocardiograms, thoracic radiographs, ECGs, and Holter monitoringParticipate in advanced interventional procedures, including balloon valvuloplasty, PDA occlusions, and pacemaker implantationCollaborate closely with Emergency, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Radiology, Oncology, and Anesthesiology servicesSupport inpatient cardiac care through multidisciplinary case managementMentor technicians and support staff while contributing to the continued growth of the cardiology serviceWork closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient careCommunicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situationsContribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learningWhat You BringDVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Washington state veterinary licensureBoard Certification in Cardiology (ACVIM Cardiology) or residency-trained statusStrong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approachA collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient careA passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicineInterest in joining and expanding an established, high-volume cardiology serviceJoin UsAt 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 Jackie Ross