Elite Veterinary Critical Care Specialist — ICU Expert

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

CE contributions

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) in Charleston, SC, part of National Veterinary Associates, is expanding its Critical Care team to enhance emergency and critical care services.

We manage ECC cases in a collaborative, full-service hospital with advanced ICU capabilities and a 32,000 square foot facility, including specialized imaging and in-house diagnostics. A supportive, compassionate culture emphasizes patient care and client communication.

Job description

Hospital Name: Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC)

CVRC is a nationally recognized specialty and emergency hospital that recently expanded to 32,000 square feet, featuring a state-of-the-art ICU and advanced diagnostic capabilities. CVRC has earned numerous distinctions, including Veterinary Economics Hospital Conversion of the Year (2012), VECCS Level I Certification (2014), Ethos World Class Medicine Award (2023), and Ethos Visionary Award (2024). Our collaborative team of specialists and highly trained support staff is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, client service, and referral partner support.

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

Charleston has been rated one of the top relocation and vacation destinations in the United States and has miles of beaches, a myriad of outdoor activities and cultural events, and a historic charm that is second to none. It is an exceptionally pet-friendly city, with one of the highest percentages of pet-owning households in the country.

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

· 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

In your day-to-day, you will:

· Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients, providing advanced critical care, triage, stabilization, and ongoing treatment for complex and life-threatening conditions.
· Partner closely with Emergency doctors, surgeons, internists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists to provide coordinated, multidisciplinary care for hospitalized patients.
· Lead and participate in interdisciplinary rounds, contribute to case discussions, and help develop clinical protocols that support best practices and exceptional patient outcomes.
· Perform advanced critical care therapies, including mechanical ventilation, high-flow oxygen therapy, and other specialized treatments based on available hospital resources and patient needs.
· Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies, including MRI, CT, C-Arm, and other specialty resources to support critical patient management and clinical decision-making.
· Provide timely and compassionate communication to pet owners, helping them navigate complex medical decisions during stressful and emotional situations.
· Build collaborative relationships with referring veterinarians through consultation, case updates, and coordinated patient management.
· Support program growth initiatives, including development of blood bank services, residency training opportunities, clinical protocols, and other strategic Critical Care initiatives.
· Mentor emergency clinicians, technicians, interns, and support staff while fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.
· Engage in ongoing continuing education and mentorship opportunities, including point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), echocardiography training, and other advanced Critical Care skill development.
· Contribute to a collaborative hospital culture focused on innovation, professional growth, exceptional patient care, and advancing specialty medicine.

What You Bring

· DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
· Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or Residency Trained in Emergency & Critical Care.
· 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 and help shape the future of veterinary care.