Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Job Description

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Full-Time opportunity in West Caldwell, New Jersey

Why Join Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA)

At Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA), you'll join one of New Jersey's premier specialty and emergency hospitals, where advanced medicine, collaboration, and clinical excellence come together to deliver exceptional patient care. We are seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Internist who is passionate about practicing high-level specialty medicine while working alongside a talented and supportive multidisciplinary team.

Since opening as an after-hours emergency clinic in 1977, AERA has grown into a leading referral center serving patients throughout the region. In 2021, we opened our state-of-the-art 45,000-square-foot facility, designed to support collaboration, efficiency, and innovation in specialty veterinary care. You'll work alongside specialists in Anesthesia, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, and Emergency & Critical Care while benefiting from access to advanced technology including on-site MRI, CT, Varian Halcyon linear accelerator, C-Arm imaging, and other cutting‑edge diagnostic and treatment capabilities.

Whether you're an experienced specialist or completing residency training, you'll find a collaborative environment that values mentorship, professional development, compassionate communication, and continuous learning. At AERA, we're committed to supporting your growth as a clinician while providing the resources, caseload, and collaborative culture needed to build a rewarding long‑term career.

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Location Highlight

West Caldwell offers the best of both worlds, combining suburban comfort with easy access to major metropolitan amenities. Located just 25 miles from New York City, the area provides convenient commuting options while still offering quick access to the mountains, lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities of northern New Jersey. With Newark International Airport less than 30 minutes away, excellent schools, diverse dining, and vibrant communities, West Caldwell is an exceptional place to live and work.

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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
• Exceptional earning potential
• Leadership and career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health
• The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $220,000 to $280,000 per year.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage complex internal medicine cases spanning gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, infectious disease, endocrine, hematologic, and respiratory conditions.
• Perform and interpret advanced diagnostic procedures including ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, CT, and other specialty imaging modalities to guide patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Collaborate closely with Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Radiation Oncology, and other specialty teams to provide comprehensive management of complex and shared patients.
• Coordinate consultations, referrals, and patient transfers across specialty and emergency services to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Utilize advanced hospital resources and technology, including MRI, CT, C-Arm imaging, and other diagnostic capabilities to support exceptional patient outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians through collaborative case management, expert consultation, and proactive communication.
• Guide pet owners through complex medical conditions with empathy, transparency, and confidence, helping them make informed decisions regarding their pet's care.
• Mentor technicians, assistants, interns, and support staff as part of daily case management and a collaborative learning environment.
• Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise through advanced ultrasound proficiency, interventional radiology procedures, electrochemotherapy (ECT) training, and other developing areas of specialty medicine.
• Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, mentorship, teamwork, and continuous improvement that prioritizes both exceptional patient care and professional growth.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) or Residency Trained in Small Animal Internal Medicine.
• 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.

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.