Job Description
Upstate Veterinary Specialties (UVS) is a privately owned, multidisciplinary specialty and emergency hospital providing advanced veterinary care throughout New York State's Capital Region and beyond. Our 24/7 hospital combines exceptional emergency and critical care services with a collaborative team of board-certified specialists dedicated to delivering the highest standard of patient care.
In addition to Cardiology, our specialty services include:
- Anesthesiology & Pain Management
- Critical Care
- Dermatology
- Emergency Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Medical Oncology
- Medical Oncology
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Rehabilitation
- Surgery
- Urgent Care
Our cardiology service is supported by highly skilled Licensed Veterinary Technicians, including two Veterinary Technician Specialists (VTS) in cardiology. Specialists work alongside experienced assistants, client care professionals, hospital administrators, and an engaged leadership team committed to clinical excellence and professional fulfillment.
Position Overview
Due to continued growth and increasing demand, UVS is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible cardiologist to join our established and thrivingservice. This is an exciting opportunity to become the fifth cardiologist in a collaborative, well-supported specialty hospital with a broad referral network spanning Upstate New York, the Mid-Hudson Valley, Western New England, and surrounding regions.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing exceptional patient care, mentoring support staff, and contributing to the continued growth of our cardiology department. Candidates with interests in advanced imaging, interventional cardiology, or expanding procedural capabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
Qualifications:
- DACVIM (Cardiology) board certification or board eligibility
- Residents currently enrolled in an accredited cardiology residency program are encouraged to apply
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
- Interest in contributing to a positive, team-oriented culture
Why Join UVS?
At UVS, work-life integration and professional satisfaction are foundational to our culture. As a privately owned hospital with on-site leadership, we are able to respond quickly to the needs of our doctors, staff, and community.
What Sets Us Apart
Exceptional Technical Support
- Competitive technician compensation modeled after human healthcare salary standards
- Experienced cardiology-focused support team including VTS-certified technicians
- Robust administrative and operational support
Commitment to Learning
- Generous continuing education funding
- Support for technician licensure and specialty certification
- Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship programs
Work-Life Balance
- Four-day workweek
- Ability to transfer overnight and weekend cases to our dedicated emergency service
- Flexible scheduling with autonomy over caseload management
- Generous paid time off and floating holidays
Collaborative Culture
- Open-door leadership philosophy
- Team-building events and professional development opportunities
- Inclusive environment where all team members are encouraged to contribute ideas
State-of-the-Art Facilities
UVS operates from a custom-built, 45,000-square-foot facility designed to support advanced specialty medicine.
Our cardiology department features:
- Three dedicated cardiology examination rooms
- Three independent echocardiography laboratories
- Dedicated fluoroscopy suite for interventional procedures
- Flexible imaging configurations tailored to individual clinician preferences
Advanced Equipment Includes
- Three Philips EPIQ CVx echocardiography systems
- Multiple 2D imaging probes
- Advanced 3D echocardiography capabilities (X5-1 and X7-2 probes)
- 3D transesophageal echocardiography probe (X7-2T)
- OEC 9800 C-arm fluoroscopy system
- Two digital radiography units (Asteris PACS)
- 64-slice Toshiba CT scanner with power injector for CT angiography
- Mitral V-clamp (TEER) inventory, capability, and caseload
Additional equipment requests will be considered for candidates interested in expanding our interventional cardiology offerings (biplane fluoroscopy, dedicated cath lab echocardiography system, etc.).
Our interventional procedures are supported by a dedicated Anesthesiology and Pain Management service, while our 24/7 ICU is staffed by three board-certified criticalists and two hospitalists.
Location
Located between Albany and Saratoga Springs, New York, the Capital Region offers an exceptional quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and major metropolitan areas.
Highlights include:
- Catskill Mountains
- Adirondack Mountains
- Berkshire Mountains
- Saratoga Race Course
- Saratoga Performing Arts Center
- Adirondack Mountains
- Lake George
- Thacher State Park
- New York State Museum
- Empire State Plaza
Residents enjoy a variety of urban, suburban, and rural living options, excellent schools, and convenient access to Boston, New York City, and Montreal.
Compensation & Benefits
UVS offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a potential ownership/buy-in opportunity for the right candidate.
Benefits include:
- Medical insurance (employer paid)
- Dental insurance (employer paid)
- Long-term disability insurance (employer paid)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Opportunity to explore practice ownership after two years of employment
- Generous paid time off and floating holidays
- Relocation assistance
- Substantial continuing education allowance
- Employee pet insurance stipend
- Employee kennel benefits
- Wellness initiatives, including:
- Veterinary well-being programs
- Fitness discounts
- Calm app subscription
- Additional wellness resources
Salary
- $200,000–$300,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
For confidential inquiries or to apply, please contact:
Todd M. Bishop, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
Chief Executive Officer
Email: tbishop@uvsonline.com
Phone: (518) 783-3198
Learn more about Upstate Veterinary Specialties at www.uvsonline.com