Veterinary Cardiologist in Newtown, Pennsylvania at Friends Veterinary Specialty & Emergency

Friends Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is seeking a board-certified veterinary (or board-eligible) cardiologist to join our growing team. We are a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital in Bucks County, privately owned by local veterinarians, and we are searching for highly motivated veterinary team members.

Our hospital provides advanced emergency and specialty care. Our cardiologists work closely with emergency, critical care, internal medicine, neurology, surgery, and radiology teams to deliver comprehensive, high-quality treatment for patients with cardiovascular disease.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of congenital and acquired cardiac conditions, including valvular disease, cardiomyopathies, arrhythmias, and heart failure. You will perform advanced diagnostics such as echocardiography, electrocardiography, and ambulatory monitoring, and guide both medical and interventional management strategies while collaborating with referring veterinarians and our in-house teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.

We offer a supportive, collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth, including continuing education and access to advanced diagnostic equipment. Additionally, we hope to offer practice investment opportunities for team members interested in a long-term partnership and shared ownership in the hospital.

If you are passionate about veterinary cardiology, committed to excellent patient care, and enjoy working in a dynamic specialty hospital, we invite you to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage complex cardiovascular diseases in small animal patients

Perform and interpret advanced diagnostics, including echocardiography, ECG, Holter monitoring, and thoracic imaging

Develop comprehensive medical management plans for patients with cardiac disease, including acute and chronic conditions

Provide stabilization and management recommendations for emergency cardiac cases

Collaborate with specialists and emergency clinicians to provide integrated patient care

Provide inpatient and outpatient case management, including ongoing monitoring and medication adjustments

Work closely with critical care, anesthesia, and nursing teams to ensure safe patient care, particularly for high-risk cardiac patients

Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and long-term management

Foster and maintain highly collaborative relationships with referring veterinarians

Maintain detailed and accurate medical records

Participate in case rounds and collaborative discussion of complex cases

Contribute to mentorship and clinical development of veterinary nurses and interns when applicable

Remain current with advances in veterinary cardiology through continuing education and professional development

Provide continuing education to area clinicians and/or their support staff at least once annually

Requirements

Education & Credentials

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited institution

Board certification (or residency trained with board eligibility) through the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM – Cardiology) or equivalent international certifying body

Active veterinary license (or eligibility for licensure) in Pennsylvania

Skills & Qualifications

Expertise in advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and case management

Proficiency in echocardiography and interpretation of cardiac diagnostics

Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic reasoning skills

Excellent communication skills with clients and veterinary team members

Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary specialty hospital

Commitment to high-quality patient care and client service

Dedication to continuing education and advancement in veterinary cardiology