Board-Certified Veterinary Cardiac Surgeon
Schwarzman Animal Medical CenterNew York, New York, United States · Posted 2 months agoDescription
The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC), one of the world's largest nonprofit veterinary specialty hospitals and a leader in advanced companion animal medicine, seeks an exceptional Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon with expertise and interest in cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery.
The successful candidate will join AMC's collaborative team of specialists and play a central role in expanding advanced cardiovascular surgical services for companion animals. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to AMC's mission of providing compassionate patient care, advancing veterinary science through research, and educating future veterinary leaders.
The Cardiac Surgeon will work closely with specialists in Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Anesthesiology, Emergency and Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Oncology, Internal Medicine, and Rehabilitation to deliver comprehensive, state-of-the-art cardiovascular care.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Service
- Provide consultation, diagnosis, and surgical treatment for patients with congenital and acquired cardiovascular diseases.
- Perform advanced cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgical procedures in canine and feline patients.
- Collaborate with AMC cardiologists in patient evaluation, treatment planning, and long-term management.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and specialty rounds.
- Contribute to the development of innovative treatment protocols and advanced surgical techniques.
- Participate with clinical rotation for emergency cases with 8 other surgeons (1:9) rotation
Program Development
- Help establish and grow a nationally recognized veterinary cardiac surgery program.
- Develop clinical pathways, quality metrics, and outcomes assessment programs.
- Support expansion of hybrid surgical-interventional cardiovascular procedures.
- Promote excellence in patient safety, perioperative care, and clinical outcomes.
Research and Innovation
- Participate in clinical, translational, and outcomes-based research initiatives.
- Collaborate with AMC's Research Institute and external academic partners.
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international meetings.
- Pursue grant-funded and philanthropic research opportunities that advance cardiovascular medicine and surgery.
Education and Mentorship
- Teach and mentor surgery residents, rotating interns, specialty interns, and visiting veterinarians.
- Participate in continuing education programs for referring veterinarians and veterinary professionals.
- Contribute to AMC's educational mission through lectures, rounds, and case-based teaching.
- Foster a culture of academic inquiry, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
Professional Outreach
- Serve as a clinical resource for referring veterinarians throughout the New York metropolitan area and beyond.
- Participate in professional outreach, continuing education events, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen AMC's referral network.
- Represent AMC at regional, national, and international veterinary conferences.
Qualifications
Required
- DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree.
- Board Certification by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) or equivalent international surgical specialty college.
- Demonstrated expertise in advanced thoracic and cardiovascular surgery.
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in New York State.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
- Commitment to AMC's missions of patient care, education, and research.
Preferred
- Fellowship training or substantial experience in veterinary cardiac surgery.
- Experience collaborating with cardiology and interventional cardiology services.
- Record of scholarly publications and clinical research productivity.
- Experience in resident and intern training within an academic or specialty hospital setting.
- Interest in program development and innovation in cardiovascular medicine.
Key Success Factors
- Clinical excellence and advanced surgical judgment.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Dedication to teaching and mentorship.
- Commitment to advancing veterinary cardiovascular science.
- Ability to build and sustain a premier referral-based cardiac surgery service.
- Strong client and referring veterinarian communication skills.
What AMC Offers
- Opportunity to build one of the premier veterinary cardiac surgery programs in the United States.
- Collaboration with internationally recognized specialists and researchers.
- Access to advanced diagnostic imaging, interventional cardiology, critical care, and specialty support services.
- Participation in a robust academic and research environment.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Support for professional development, continuing education, and scholarly activity.
Mission Alignment
The successful candidate will embrace AMC's commitment to delivering the highest standard of veterinary specialty care, advancing scientific discovery, educating future veterinary professionals, and improving the lives of companion animals and the people who care for them.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Four-day work week
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits, very generous paid time off, paid continuing education time-off and stipend, and 403-b retirement plan with employer contribution
- School loan debt forgiveness opportunity as a non-profit hospital
- Non-corporate practice with no pressure for percentage pay
- Collegial work with colleagues in a non-competitive structure with strong teaching and mentoring opportunities as well as opportunities for research
Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:
A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.
Highlights include: A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT
A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.
A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.
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