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Veterinary Infectious Disease Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Veterinary Infectious Disease information

What is a veterinary infectious disease specialist?

Veterinary Infectious Disease specialists are veterinarians who focus on diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in animals. They work to identify sources of outbreaks, develop disease control strategies, and often research new treatments or vaccines. These specialists play a crucial role in protecting animal health and, by extension, public health, as some animal diseases can spread to humans. They may work in clinical practice, research, public health, or academia.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a veterinary infectious disease specialist?

To thrive as a Veterinary Infectious Disease Specialist, you need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, advanced training in microbiology, epidemiology, and infectious disease management, often with board certification in a related specialty. Proficiency in laboratory diagnostic tools, molecular biology techniques, and disease surveillance systems is typically required. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and clear communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with veterinary teams and educating clients or the public. These competencies are essential to accurately diagnose, prevent, and manage infectious diseases in animal populations, safeguarding both animal and public health.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in veterinary infectious disease, and how can they be addressed?

Veterinary infectious disease professionals often face challenges such as rapidly evolving pathogens, biosecurity risks, and the need for effective communication with both animal owners and public health officials. Staying current with emerging diseases and updated treatment protocols is crucial, as is implementing rigorous hygiene and containment measures in clinical or research environments. Collaborating closely with veterinarians, laboratory staff, and epidemiologists can help address these challenges, ensuring timely diagnosis, outbreak control, and improved animal and public health outcomes.

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Veterinary Infectious Disease jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Veterinary Infectious Disease job openings:

Infographic showing various Veterinary Infectious Disease job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Internal Medicine Specialist (ACVIM)

Full Time opportunity in Grand Rapids or Byron Center, Michigan
Schedule: Full Time | No on call required

Why Join Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital

Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital is growing, and we're excited to welcome a board certified or residency trained Internal Medicine Specialist to our thriving 24 hour specialty and emergency team. With the flexibility to practice at either our Grand Rapids or Byron Center location, you'll have the opportunity to choose the environment where you feel you can best thrive.

Over the past three years, our emergency service has experienced tremendous growth, fueled by strong relationships with referring veterinarians and continued expansion throughout the Byron Center and Grand Rapids communities. With a brand new, state of the art facility and an established specialty team, we're ready to expand our Internal Medicine service and support the next stage of its growth.

At Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital, you'll do more than practice. You'll grow, collaborate, and help shape what's possible in veterinary medicine. You'll work alongside experienced emergency clinicians and specialists in Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, and Cardiology in a culture built around collaboration, support, and sustainable caseloads.

Our hospital is proud of its strong doctor and staff retention, positive team morale, and commitment to helping specialists practice excellent medicine without sacrificing balance.

Location Highlight

Grand Rapids, often called "Beer City USA," offers a vibrant food, craft beverage, music, arts, and cultural scene while maintaining an easy to navigate city feel. The area provides quick access to Lake Michigan beaches, four distinct seasons, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Whether you choose Grand Rapids or nearby Byron Center, you'll enjoy a community large enough to offer everything you need while still feeling connected and welcoming.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance including medical, dental, and vision, retirement benefits, paid time off including sick leave and vacation, short term and long term disability, and life insurance.

Competitive compensation
Sign on or relocation assistance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
CE allowance and professional development support
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Employee assistance programs
No on call requirement
Flexible scheduling
Input on equipment and tools to support your practice
Leadership committed to work life balance and sustainable caseloads

In your day to day, you will:

Manage complex internal medicine cases spanning gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, infectious disease, endocrine, hematologic, and respiratory conditions.
Perform and or order advanced diagnostics such as ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and CT.
Coordinate with specialty and emergency teams on shared patients and transfers.
Mentor technicians and assistants as part of daily case management.
Help build and shape the Internal Medicine service based on your clinical interests and professional goals.
Pursue growth opportunities in ultrasound proficiency, interventional radiology procedures, and electrochemotherapy ECT training.
Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
Contribute to a positive, team focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of Michigan.
Board Certification in Internal Medicine through ACVIM or residency training in Internal Medicine.
Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach.
A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.
Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job. It's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level, build something meaningful, and help shape the future of veterinary care.

At Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital, you'll have the support, autonomy, and flexibility to grow an established caseload or develop a niche clinical interest while working alongside an experienced and highly skilled specialty and emergency team.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Lindsey Hays at LHays@ethosvet.com.


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About NVA

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Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency (NVS) is a veterinary specialty and emergency hospital group with two locations in Nashville and Clarksville, Tennessee. Our Mission and primary focus is to honor the human-animal bond in all we do, focusing on patient care, client experience, and the health of our team. We believe we can never stop improving and strive to improve in all we do. Not only do we focus on patient care, but core to our hospital culture is also a focus on the health of our team, our community, and the environment. We are committed to sustainable environmental practices. NVS works in partnership with National Veterinary Associates-Compassion-First (NVA C-F). NVA-CF is the largest private owner of freestanding veterinary hospitals in North America with over 1400 locations worldwide.

Headquarters location

Agoura Hills, CA, US