Veterinary Cardiologist
Listed compensation
$225k-$275k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Bellevue Emergency Veterinary & Specialty (BVES) is looking to welcome a full-time board-certified or board eligible Cardiologist to our Specialty and Emergency Hospital in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. BVES places a high value on its employees and provides an environment that is supportive and culture focused.
We strive for excellence in medicine and patient care. We provide referral and emergency services to much of the Bellevue/Seattle area. Our specialties include 2 Surgeons, 2 Internists, 3 Medical Oncologists, 1 Cardiologist, 2 part time Radiologists and an in-house Clinical Pathologist.
The fully equipped and staffed ER and ICU will help you to manage all your cases to the highest standard. Our ideal candidate is collaborative, self-motivated, enjoys community outreach and is willing to promote and maintain an outstanding hospital culture.
We offer a fully equipped diagnostic laboratory, digital radiography, advanced CT imaging, ultrasound, and endoscopy services. We have daily case rounds, regular continuing education offerings, and additional training opportunities to foster a collaborative culture that prioritizes learning and development.
Benefits
Highly competitive compensation with no negative accrual Welcome Bonus Generous CE allowance Flexible work schedule Paid AVMA/PLIT liability coverage, DEA license and Washington State licensing Generous paid time off Short-term and long-term disability coverage Health insurance with employer paid HSA contribution annually Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Short term and long-term disability coverage And much more!
Range $225,000 — $275,000 USD
Key Responsibilities
The Veterinary Cardiologist will provide specialized cardiac care and emergency services to patients within a collaborative hospital environment. The role involves managing complex cases, participating in daily rounds, and engaging in community outreach to maintain high standards of patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in cardiology. The ideal applicant is a self-motivated professional who is committed to fostering a positive hospital culture and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$250k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $234k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $225k–$275k | Veterinary Medicine median $145k (middle half $130k–$155k)50 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$234k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Washington | 128 active | 3,399 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 66% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Washington healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 45% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment178 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,392 in the last 30 days | 501 the 30 days before (+178%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +7.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$250k midpoint, that is roughly $10k–$18k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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