General information
City: Tacoma WA
State: Washington
Hospital Name: Summit Veterinary Referral Center
Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty
Employment Type: Permanent
Description & Requirements
Veterinary Cardiologist
$200,000-$230,000 Base Salary (ProSal Model)
Cardiology Opportunity in Tacoma, Washington
Schedule: Full-Time
Why 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 Highlight
Tacoma 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 & 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 and/or relocation assistance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- CE allowance and professional development support
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options, including 401(k)
- Employee assistance programs
- Professional development incentives
- Staff pet discounts
- Established referral network supporting a strong and consistent caseload
Why Our Team Loves It Here
- Busy specialty hospital supported by over 300 referring facilities
- Collaborative team of specialists and emergency clinicians committed to high-quality patient care
- Dedicated cardiology support staff, including multiple technicians and assistants
- Advanced imaging and interventional capabilities including:
- Philips Affiniti 70 ultrasound system for cardiac imaging
- Two Samsung RS85 ultrasound units
- Siemens Somatom VB10 CT
- Siemens Magnetom Aera 1.5T MRI
- Fluoroscopy suite
- Endoscopy equipment
- Digital radiography
- Established interventional cardiology program performing:
- Balloon valvuloplasty
- Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) occlusion procedures
- Transvenous pacemaker placement
- Collaborative specialty team including:
- Anesthesiology
- Critical Care
- Internal Medicine
- Neurology
- Nutrition
- Oncology
- Radiology
- Surgery
- 24/7 Emergency Services
In Your Day-to-Day, You Will:
- Provide medical and interventional cardiology care, including diagnosis and management of complex cardiac cases
- Perform and interpret echocardiograms, thoracic radiographs, ECGs, and Holter monitoring
- Participate in advanced interventional procedures, including balloon valvuloplasty, PDA occlusions, and pacemaker implantation
- Collaborate closely with Emergency, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Radiology, Oncology, and Anesthesiology services
- Support inpatient cardiac care through multidisciplinary case management
- Mentor technicians and support staff while contributing to the continued growth of the cardiology service
- Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care
- Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations
- Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning
What You Bring
- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Washington state veterinary licensure
- Board Certification in Cardiology (ACVIM Cardiology) or residency-trained status
- 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
- Interest in joining and expanding an established, high-volume cardiology service
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 Jackie Ross at [email protected].