Emergency/General Practice Veterinarian

Ethos Veterinary Health; Northfield (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sign-on bonus

CE allowance

PTO

Retirement benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Job summary

Northfield Veterinary Center, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, is seeking an Emergency/General Practice Veterinarian in Northfield, New Jersey. The role blends general practice with emergency care on a schedule of three 12-hour shifts per week with a base salary of $180K+ plus production.

You will diagnose and treat urgent and emergent cases, work with a skilled team, and contribute to a hospital that values collaboration, growth, and high‑quality patient care.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with licensure eligibility.
• Rotating internship or emergency medicine experience preferred.
• Ability to manage emergency cases in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication and client-centered care.
• Collaborative team player committed to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide a mix of general practice and emergency care, seeing wellness, sick, urgent, and critical patients.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent and emergent cases.
• Deliver comprehensive emergency care by receiving new cases, triaging, and managing hospitalized patients.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients with evidence-based medicine.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians and support teams to ensure compassionate care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture with mentoring and ongoing learning.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Clinical decision making

Client-centered care

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Eligibility for state veterinary licensure

Rotating internship or emergency medicine experience

Job description

Emergency/General Practice Veterinarian

ProSal Structure: Base salary of $180K+ with production, commensurate with experience

Full-Time Opportunity in Northfield, New Jersey

Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week

Why Join [1] Northfield Veterinary Center?

At Northfield Veterinary Center, you’ll do more than practice. You’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine.

At Northfield Veterinary Center, we are dedicated to bringing our community an all-inclusive approach to emergency, urgent care, and primary pet care. Our brand-new state-of-the-art animal emergency and specialty hospital also offers a range of specialty care including general dentistry, cardiology, general surgery, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, outpatient abdominal ultrasound, advanced diagnostics, ophthalmology, and more.

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

Learn more about our hospital and team [2] here.

Location Highlight

Located in the heart of South Jersey, Northfield is a charming community known for its welcoming atmosphere, convenient location, and easy access to the Jersey Shore. The area is within easy reach of Philadelphia and other major South Jersey communities, making it a great location for professionals looking to enjoy both career opportunities and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. With beautiful beaches, outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community just minutes away, Northfield is an ideal place to live, work, and enjoy all that South Jersey has to offer.

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
• Sign-on bonus options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Up to $5,000 CE annual allowance along with 3 days of CE time
• Up to 3 weeks of PTO
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs
• $500 annual uniform allowance
• Generous personal pet discounts

[3] 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:

• Provide a mix of general practice and emergency care, seeing wellness, sick, urgent, and critical patients.
• 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.
• Completion of a rotating internship or 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.

References

• Visible links
• 1. https://www.northfieldveterinarycenter.com/
• 2. https://youtu.be/Ueks6nzEzbo
• 3. https://www.ethosvet.com/er-abvp/
• 4. mailto:[e-mail]