Emergency Veterinarian

New Frontier Animal Medical Center; Anchorage, Northern (AK, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on or relocation assistance - Up 

Health, dental, vision insurance

CE allowance and development support

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian for an overnight, full-time role in Anchorage, AK. A signing bonus of up to $50,000 is offered to attract experienced ER doctors and internship-trained veterinarians alike.

Join the PET team and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment committed to advancing emergency veterinary medicine and exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or ER experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent medical conditions.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care with triage, stabilization, and ongoing hospitalization.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams for compassionate care.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Contribute to a positive hospital culture focused on mentorship and learning.

Skills

DVM

Emergency medicine experience

Ultrasound

Endoscopy (desirable)

Communication

Team collaboration

Continuous learning

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Rotating internship or ER experience

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Endoscopy

Job description

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian

Up to 50K Signing Bonus
Full-time opportunity in Anchorage, AK
Schedule: Overnight Only Schedule

Why Join Pet Emergency Treatment (PET)

We\'re seeking a passionate and skilled Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. Whether you\'re an experienced ER doctor or freshly internship-trained, we welcome you to apply.

At PET you\'ll do more than practice-you\'ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what\'s possible in veterinary medicine.

You\'ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.

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

To learn more about what matters to us and meet the team,

Anchorage offers the perfect balance of adventure and urban life. With over 130 miles of trails, world-class skiing, fishing, wildlife viewing, and endless summer light, it\'s a haven for outdoor lovers. At the same time, Anchorage boasts a vibrant arts and food scene, excellent schools, and a welcoming, tight-knit community.

Whether you\'re chasing the Northern Lights in winter or kayaking with whales in the summer, your Alaskan adventure starts here.

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 or relocation assistance - Up to 50k!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs
• Compassionate Care Funds to support clients in need
• Membership to The Alaska Club (statewide health and wellness facilities)
• Personal pet care discounts

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.
• Completion of a rotating internship or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).
• Experience with ultrasound or endoscopy in an emergency setting is a plus, but not required.
• 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

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.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You\'ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You\'ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.