Emergency Veterinarian

I-20 Animal Medical Center Careers; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous production compensation

Paid working interview

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

CE allowance

Licensing dues support

AI Diction paid by hospital

PetOne training opportunities

New hospital remodel

Job summary

I-20 Animal Medical Center in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM) for overnight shifts. You’ll join a collaborative overnight emergency team, with mentorship and a tiered training path to grow your ER skills.

A paid working interview lets you meet the team and assess fit before committing. The hospital offers competitive production-based compensation, up to 25% for experienced ER DVMs, up to $220,000 base salary depending on experience, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• New to ER? We’ve got you covered.
• Tiered ER training and mentorship to build emergency medicine skills progressively.

Responsibilities

• Overnight emergency shifts.
• Tiered training schedule available for veterinarians without previous ER experience.
• Work-life balance support through 4 on / 4 off scheduling.
• Paid working interview to experience the hospital before long-term commitment.

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian – Overnight

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Emergency Veterinarian (DVM) to join our Overnight Emergency team.

This position is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want the opportunity to manage challenging cases while working alongside a collaborative, well-supported team.

New to ER? We’ve got you covered.

Veterinarians transitioning from general practice or urgent care can take advantage of our tiered training schedule and ER mentorship, allowing you to build your emergency medicine skills progressively and confidently.

We also offer a paid working interview, giving you the opportunity to experience the hospital firsthand, work alongside our team, and determine whether I-20 is the right fit for you.

Why Join Us?

• Generous production compensation, with experienced ER DVMs eligible for production percentages of up to 25%
• Up to $220,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Tiered ER training schedule for veterinarians without previous emergency experience
• Paid working interview so you can experience our practice, meet the team, and get a feel for our culture before making a long-term commitment
• Up to $40,000 in additional bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• Generous CE allowance
• Licensing and professional dues support
• AI Diction paid for by the hospital to help streamline medical record documentation
• PetOne training opportunities for continued professional development
• New hospital remodel coming soon

Schedule

• Overnight emergency shifts
• Ideally 4 on / 4 off, with flexibility based on candidate needs
• Designed to support a true work-life balance
• Tiered training schedule available for veterinarians without previous ER experience

About I-20 Animal Medical Center

I-20 Animal Medical Center is a well-established emergency and specialty hospital located in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.

We provide 24/7 emergency care along with general practice, boarding, grooming, and advanced dental services. Our team is committed to clinical excellence, compassionate patient care, and creating a supportive environment where veterinary professionals can build sustainable careers.

Hospital Capabilities Include

• In-house laboratory
• Digital radiography
• Advanced ultrasound and echocardiography — portable and stationary
• Endoscopy and laparoscopy
• Laser therapy
• Backup oxygen and power generators
• Support from an on-staff, residency-trained Veterinary Dentist

Ready to Make the Move into ER?

Whether you're an experienced emergency veterinarian or a GP veterinarian looking to take the next step, I-20 Animal Medical Center provides the training, mentorship, technology, and team support to help you thrive.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and the people who love them. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.