Description

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Carolina Veterinary Specialists (CVS) would like to add a Veterinary Cardiologist (Board Certified or Board Eligible) to our team of incredible veterinarians and staff in Charlotte, North Carolina!

Carolina Veterinary Specialists operates 6 full-service, 24-hour-a-day emergency & specialty referral facilities in the Carolinas, with locations in Huntersville, Charlotte, Matthews, Greensboro, Winston-Salem and Rock Hill, SC. Each location provides multiple referral specialties including but not limited to: Neurology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Cardiology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Behavior, Avian & Exotics as well as 24-hour emergency and critical care.

We offer a collaborative team environment which provides abundant opportunities to work along side the other specialists to help provide the highest quality of care to all patients. You will work with a highly skilled, well qualified, dedicated team of technicians and be part of an amazing group of specialists and excellent emergency doctors with numerous years of experience! We recognize the importance of the latest and most advanced technology when providing exceptional care for our patients. Therefore to help our DVM's practice only the highest quality of veterinary medicine we have easy access to:

• Snyder Intensive Care Units (can house 4 patients)
• In-house laboratory (Heska, IDEXX, e-POC, coagulation)
• SurgiVet Multi-Parameter monitoring systems
• 3 Toshiba high-resolution ultrasound machines including ER FAST scan
• 24-hour care & hospitalization
• Digital radiograph
• New 1.5 Tesla GE MRI scanner
• New 128-slice CT Scanner
• 2019 Varian Linear Accelerator with SRT and IMRT capabilities
• State of the art facilities
• Endoscopy, including fiber otic & bronchoscopy
• CUBEX Inventory Management System

Position Overview

• We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Cardiologist (Board Certified or Board Eligible) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university, Veterinary Cardiologist (Board Certified or Board Eligible)
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$190,000 — $280,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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