The Job Opportunity:
A veterinarian-led specialty and emergency hospital is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian to join its collaborative emergency and specialty team. This opportunity is ideal for an emergency clinician who enjoys the pace, autonomy, and variety of emergency medicine while working alongside experienced specialists and a highly trained support team.
The successful candidate will practice in a modern, AAHA-accredited referral hospital recognized for its collaborative culture, clinical excellence, and long-tenured team members. The schedule is thoughtfully designed with block scheduling that promotes consistency, meaningful time off, and exceptional work-life balance. Veterinarians benefit from increased case ownership, strong technician support, reduced daytime interruptions, and the opportunity to focus on delivering outstanding emergency care in a supportive environment.
Practice Information:
This AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency referral hospital is dedicated to providing advanced emergency, critical care, and specialty services for companion animals. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment technology, including digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory capabilities, endoscopy, oxygen therapy, and dedicated emergency surgical facilities.
The practice is home to a collaborative multi-DVM team supported by experienced credentialed technicians and knowledgeable support staff who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service. A positive, team-oriented culture, strong leadership, and a commitment to professional development have contributed to excellent staff retention and a workplace where collaboration, mentorship, and mutual respect are valued every day.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality emergency medical care for companion animals during shifts
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and emergency patient assessments
- Develop diagnostic and treatment plans for emergency and critical care cases
- Perform emergency surgical procedures appropriate to experience and training
- Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment to support patient care
- Communicate effectively with clients regarding diagnosis, treatment options, prognoses, and costs
- Maintain complete and accurate medical records
- Prescribe medications while maintaining regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with the multi-DVM team, specialists, credentialed technicians, and support staff
- Monitor hospitalized patients and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Participate in medical rounds and collaborative case discussions
- Support hospital protocols that promote medical excellence and exceptional client service
- Partner with hospital leadership to support quality patient care and efficient hospital operations
- Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and positive hospital culture
- Perform additional responsibilities as needed
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited college or university
- Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure in the applicable state
- DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration as required
- Previous emergency veterinary experience preferred
- Strong diagnostic and emergency medicine skills
- Surgical proficiency appropriate for emergency practice
- Excellent interpersonal and client communication abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and the veterinary healthcare team
- Commitment to compassionate, high-quality emergency veterinary medicine
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-DVM specialty environment
- Strong organizational, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Commitment to continuing education and professional growth
- Ability to remain calm and confident while managing emergency and critical care patients
- Ability to meet the physical demands of veterinary practice, including lifting up to 50 pounds
Compensation + Benefits May Include:
- Competitive compensation package with production opportunities where applicable
- Signing, relocation, and retention assistance for eligible candidates
- Flexible block scheduling that promotes work-life balance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan with employer participation where applicable
- Continuing education allowance and professional development resources
- Professional membership dues, licensing, DEA fees, and liability coverage where applicable
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- Mental health and well being resources
- Team member pet care discounts
- Financial assistance programs for eligible team members experiencing personal hardship
- Access to advanced emergency and specialty equipment
- Collaboration with experienced specialists, credentialed technicians, and a highly skilled support team
- Career development, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
- Support from a veterinarian-led organization that combines local hospital autonomy with the resources of a national network committed to clinical excellence and long-term professional success
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