The Job Opportunity:
A well-established specialty and emergency veterinary hospital is seeking a Full-Time Overnight Veterinary Hospitalist to join its experienced and collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys overnight medicine and wants to remain clinically engaged while working with a highly skilled specialty and emergency team. The hospitalist will provide comprehensive care for hospitalized and emergency patients throughout the overnight hours, with access to experienced colleagues and advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to practice thoughtful, evidence-based medicine, manage a diverse and often complex caseload, and develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s medical needs. Strong clinical judgment, clear communication, and compassionate patient care are highly valued.
The hospital supports a collaborative approach to medicine, allowing the overnight hospitalist to work closely with emergency clinicians, specialists, technicians, and support staff. This provides an excellent opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues while also contributing valuable knowledge and expertise to the team.

Practice Information:
This established specialty and emergency hospital was founded with a commitment to providing an exceptionally high standard of veterinary medicine and surgery. The hospital brings together experienced clinicians and technicians who work collaboratively to provide advanced care for complex and emergency cases. The hospital features a large, approximately 16,000-square-foot specialty center designed to support advanced veterinary medicine and surgery.

Specialty services and equipment include:

• Surgery
• Neurology
• Cardiology
• Oncology
• Emergency and critical care
• In-house laboratory capabilities
• C-arm imaging
• 64-slice CT
• 1.5 Tesla MRI
• Ultrasound
• Two modern digital radiology suites

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive overnight care for hospitalized and emergency patients
• Perform thorough patient examinations and medical work-ups
• Evaluate patients and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Monitor hospitalized patients throughout the overnight period
• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately
• Provide emergency and critical care as needed
• Perform appropriate diagnostic procedures and medical treatments
• Perform surgical procedures when indicated and within the veterinarian’s scope of practice
• Review laboratory results and diagnostic imaging to support clinical decision-making
• Utilize advanced diagnostic resources available within the hospital
• Communicate patient status, treatment plans, and recommendations clearly with clients when appropriate
• Educate clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and ongoing care
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Prescribe medications and follow appropriate pharmacy and controlled-substance protocols
• Communicate effectively with emergency clinicians, specialists, technicians, and support staff
• Participate in patient rounds and case discussions when appropriate
• Provide detailed patient updates and ensure appropriate continuity of care between shifts
• Help ensure high standards of patient care are maintained throughout the hospital
• Work collaboratively with the daytime and overnight teams
• Follow established hospital protocols and contribute to their ongoing improvement
• Promote teamwork, communication, and efficient patient care
• Participate in continuing education and professional development
• Share knowledge and clinical experience with colleagues and support team learning
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative hospital culture
• Perform other duties as appropriate to support the hospital and its patients

Job Applicant Requirements:

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary college or university
• Current state veterinary license
• Ability to obtain and maintain required DEA registration
• At least one year of experience in emergency veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Strong surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and professionally with medical and hospital team members
• Strong client communication skills, including the ability to gather information, establish rapport, and clearly explain medical recommendations
• Ability to remain confident, compassionate, and reassuring when caring for pets experiencing significant illness, pain, or stress

Additional skills and qualities that are valued include:

• Strong clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals
• Ability to perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological, and other appropriate examinations
• Ability to diagnose medical conditions and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately
• Strong problem-solving skills when managing complex medical cases
• Ability to communicate diagnostic and therapeutic options clearly with clients
• Effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff
• Professional approach to giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Ability to work as part of a high-quality veterinary team
• Understanding of the operational and business aspects of veterinary practice
• Knowledge of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to continuing education and lifelong learning
• Willingness to utilize available educational resources and share knowledge with colleagues

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation
• Potential signing and retention incentives for eligible candidates
• Continuing education support
• Licensing and professional membership reimbursement
• 401(k) participation
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing resources, including employee assistance support
• Wellness resources
• Professional development and career-growth opportunities
• A supportive hospital environment backed by broader professional resources

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