The Job Opportunity:
An established emergency and specialty referral hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Criticalist to join its multidisciplinary medical team.
This opportunity is well suited for a Criticalist who enjoys managing complex and critically ill patients while working closely with specialists, emergency veterinarians, and experienced veterinary support professionals.
The hospital emphasizes evidence-based medicine, thoughtful clinical decision-making, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continued professional development. Specialists are encouraged to share knowledge, participate in case discussions, and contribute to a learning-focused environment.
With an established rotating internship program, the hospital also provides opportunities for Criticalists who enjoy teaching and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians.
Practice Information:
These resources support efficient diagnostic workups, minimally invasive procedures, and collaborative management of medically complex patients. The hospital also maintains an established rotating internship program, contributing to a culture that values education, mentorship, and shared clinical learning.
- This modern emergency and specialty referral hospital provides advanced care for patients with complex medical and surgical conditions.
- The multidisciplinary team includes specialists in areas such as:
- Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Medical Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
- Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology
- Emergency & Critical Care
The hospital offers extensive diagnostic, surgical, and critical care resources, including:
- 1.5 Tesla MRI
- Computed tomography (CT) with automatic injector
- Fluoroscopy
- Multiple ultrasound systems
- Endoscopy
- Laparoscopic instrumentation
- Thoracoscopic instrumentation
- Multiple dedicated surgical suites
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory
- Advanced diagnostic and patient-care capabilities
Role Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and manage critically ill and medically complex patients
- Provide evidence-based emergency and critical care medicine
- Develop individualized diagnostic, stabilization, and treatment plans
- Manage patients requiring advanced monitoring and intensive medical care
- Utilize advanced imaging and diagnostic resources when appropriate
- Collaborate closely with Emergency, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Radiology, and other specialty services
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and coordinated patient management
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, and quality-of-life considerations
- Work collaboratively with referring veterinarians
- Provide clinical guidance to veterinary technicians and other support professionals
- Participate in the education and mentorship of interns and veterinary team members
- Maintain current knowledge through continuing education and professional involvement
- Contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and learning-focused hospital culture
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
- Completion of an approved residency in Emergency and Critical Care
- Diplomate status or eligibility for board certification in Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
- Strong clinical judgment and comfort managing complex and critically ill patients
- Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based specialty medicine
- Strong communication and collaborative skills
- Interest in multidisciplinary patient management
- Interest in teaching and mentorship
- Commitment to continued professional development and high ethical standards
Both board-certified and residency-trained Veterinary Criticalists are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Continuing education allowance
- Paid continuing education opportunities
- Specialty-focused professional development resources
- Opportunities for teaching and mentorship
- Access to multidisciplinary collaboration and specialist consultation
- Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and educational initiatives
- Wellness and mental health resources
- Additional professional and personal benefits
The hospital provides an environment where a Criticalist can work with advanced diagnostic technology, a medically diverse caseload, and specialists across multiple disciplines while continuing to develop professionally and contribute to the education of colleagues and trainees.
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