Cladda Veterinary Emergency Team·Fredericksburg, Virginia
Manage a caseload of complex medical patients and perform advanced diagnostics such as ultrasonography and endoscopy. Collaborate with emergency and surgery teams to provide coordinated care and mentor technical support staff.
Internal Medicine Specialist (DVM, DACVIM) The Opportunity Cladda is seeking a board-certified (or board-eligible) Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join our specialty team. This is a chance to build and shape an internal medicine service within a supportive, well-equipped emergency and specialty hospital — working alongside emergency clinicians, and other specialty services to deliver high-quality, coordinated patient care. What You'll Do Manage a caseload of complex medical patients, including endocrine, gastrointestinal, renal, hepatic, hematologic, infectious, and immune-mediated disease Perform and interpret advanced diagnostics (ultrasonography, endoscopy, cytology, etc.) Collaborate closely with our emergency and surgery team on shared and transferred cases, and with other specialty services on multidisciplinary cases Build and mentor a technical support team dedicated to internal medicine Participate in client communication and referring veterinarian relationships, serving as a resource for the local DVM community Contribute to case rounds, mentorship of emergency clinicians, and ongoing development of hospital protocols What We're Looking For DVM/VMD (or equivalent) with completion of an accredited internal medicine residency Board certification with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (DACVIM) preferred; board-eligible candidates encouraged to apply Strong clinical, communication, and collaborative skills A team-oriented approach and interest in helping grow a new or developing specialty service Active or eligible veterinary license in Virginia What Cladda Offers Competitive compensation Support to build a specialty service with input into equipment, protocols, and team structure Access to a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital infrastructure, including advanced diagnostic and monitoring equipment A collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment Relocation assistance available Full benefits package (health insurance, dental, vision, STD, LTD, 4 weeks PTO, generous CE allowance, license/dues reimbursement, retirement plan with match — further details shared during the interview process) Location Fredericksburg, VA — convenient to Richmond, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia, with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Chesapeake Bay, and a growing, family-friendly community.
Cladda Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Team is an equal opportunity employer.
Requires a DVM/VMD degree and completion of an accredited internal medicine residency. Board certification (DACVIM) is preferred, and a valid veterinary license in Virginia is required.
Market context
Internal medicine openings in Virginia are typically competitive because employers look for a DVM/VMD, an accredited internal medicine residency, and often prefer DACVIM board certification. These roles can stand out for candidates with strong diagnostic skills and a valid Virginia veterinary license, especially where the caseload supports advanced specialty care. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details like health, dental, vision, and disability coverage faster. Before applying, confirm your Virginia license status and highlight residency training and specialty case experience in your materials.
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