Emergency Veterinarian

NVA$150K — $225K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM or equivalent veterinary degree eligible for state licensure
  • Experience in emergency medicine preferred
  • Confidence in managing emergency cases
  • Strong communication skills with a client-centered focus
  • Collaborative mindset with commitment to patient care
  • Passion for continuous learning in veterinary medicine

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to diverse companion animals
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent medical conditions
  • Provide emergency care through receiving, triaging, and managing patients
  • Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill patients
  • Work closely with veterinary teams for seamless patient care
  • Communicate empathetically with pet owners during stressful situations
  • Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible scheduling for work/life balance
  • Retirement savings options
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Generous discounts on pet services for personal pets
  • $5,000 annual stipend and 5 days per year for continuing education
Full Job Description
Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian

$150,000 - 225,000 (Commensurate with experience)

Relocation assistance offered

Full-Time Opportunity in Annapolis, Maryland

Schedule: 12 shifts per month with shifts rotating between day, swing, and overnight

Location Highlight

Annapolis offers a rare combination of small-town charm and easy access to big-city amenities. Enjoy sailing, kayaking, and exploring the Chesapeake Bay, along with wooded trails, parks, and a lively, charming, and historic downtown filled with boutique shops, great restaurants, and live music. The city is home to the U.S. Naval Academy and several excellent schools. Nearby counties offer beautiful horse country, while beaches and mountain getaways are just a short drive away. Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are both within 40 minutes, offering endless cultural and recreational options.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Competitive compensation
  • Relocation assistance
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • $5,000 annual stipend and 5 days per year
  • Flexible scheduling designed to support a healthy work/life balance
  • Retirement savings options
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Generous discounts on pet services for personal pets


ER ABVP Guided Program - The ER ABVP Guided program offers a path that meets you where you are, allowing you to reach your emergency career goals without the need for an internship. Ideal for any emergency practitioners within the Ethos network looking to deepen their expertise in emergency practice. This path lets you stay in your current Ethos network hospital, enjoying your full wages and benefits while practicing at an Ethos hospital and pursuing board certification.

In your day-to-day, you will:

- Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.

- Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with urgent and emergent medical conditions.

- Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new emergency cases, triaging incoming patients, and managing hospitalized patients throughout their course of treatment.

- Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.

- 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 state veterinary licensure.

- Experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).

- Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

- 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 emergency veterinary medicine.

Join Us

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Vicki Ojeda - [email protected]

About NVA

NVA Careers

Joining NVA presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a team that is known for innovation, leadership, and a commitment to the growth and development of its team members. NVA offers a range of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests, making it an ideal place for both seasoned professionals and those seeking an internship to jumpstart their career.

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