Emergency Veterinarian

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Stipend for professional development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic (AAVEC) in Annapolis, MD, is seeking a Veterinarian - Emergency for a permanent, full-time role. The hospital operates 24/7 with an advanced ICU, offering the chance to perform complex emergency procedures and collaborate with a skilled team.

The position involves delivering high-quality emergency care, evaluating urgent cases, and coordinating with veterinarians and staff to ensure compassionate outcomes.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state licensure.
• Experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred.
• Confident in managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions.
• Strong communication with a compassionate client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to patient care.

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 through triage, receiving new cases, and managing hospitalized patients.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless care.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Contribute to a positive hospital culture built on collaboration and continuous learning.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical decision making

Education

DVM or equivalent

State licensure eligibility

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

$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

At Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic (AAVEC), you’ll do more than practice. You’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine.

Our state-of-the-art facility is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and advanced equipment allow our doctors to perform complex procedures. AAVEC has its own dedicated advance operating suite as well as dedicated advanced procedure room, allowing our Emergency Doctors to cut regularly and scope for foreign bodies.

We are equipped to offer treatment using the latest innovations in veterinary medicine.We offer digital radiography (x-ray) and ultrasonography (ultrasound) services, a dedicated ICU ward for patients in critical condition, and an in-house laboratory which allows us to conduct many tests right in our facility.

Our team includes 20 full-time and 11 part-time Emergency Veterinarians with an impressive average tenure of 11 years among them. Our Medical Director, Dr. Tommy Kozek, has been with AAVEC for 35 years and continues to work regular clinical shifts, including overnights, reflecting his ongoing commitment to both the team and patient care.

Additionally, we are part of the Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center, a collaborative network of veterinary specialists in emergency medicine, surgery, canine rehabilitation, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology, neurology, radiation oncology, and veterinary radiology. This close collaboration between our ER doctors and specialists across various disciplines allows us to practice excellent medicine, provide comprehensive care, and achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for our patients.

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

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

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.

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
• 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

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.