Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Full-Time opportunity in Birmingham, AL

Why join Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham VSB?

Join a rapidly growing 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital in central Alabama with a large multi-state referral network. Our modern 12,000-square-foot facility features advanced imaging, minimally invasive surgical capabilities, a fully equipped ICU, in-house diagnostics, and cutting-edge technology designed to support exceptional specialty and emergency care.

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

Location Highlight

Birmingham offers the perfect blend of Southern charm, affordability, and opportunity, with a thriving food scene, vibrant culture, and easy access to outdoor recreation. As a growing hub for healthcare and veterinary medicine, it provides a strong referral community and excellent professional opportunities. Plus, you'll enjoy a lower cost of living and a high quality of life without sacrificing amenities.

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:

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 diagnosis and treatment planning.

Collaborate closely with Emergency clinicians, surgeons, and other specialty team members to provide comprehensive management of shared patients and referrals.

Coordinate consultations, referrals, and patient transfers across specialty and emergency services to ensure seamless continuity of care.

Utilize advanced hospital resources including ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiography, ICU support, and specialty diagnostics to support exceptional patient outcomes.

Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians through collaborative case management, 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, externs, and support staff as part of daily case management while fostering a collaborative and educational clinical environment.

Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise in advanced ultrasound techniques, interventional radiology procedures, and electrochemotherapy (ECT) training.

Participate in continuing education, mentorship initiatives, and teaching opportunities that support both personal growth and hospital-wide clinical excellence.

Contribute to a positive hospital culture focused on innovation, teamwork, learning, and exceptional patient care.

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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Mark Hyde at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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