Emergency Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on/relocation

CE allowance

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates’ Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) in Charleston, SC seeks an Emergency Veterinarian to join a premier, Level 1 Certified facility. This full-time, permanent position offers collaboration with specialists and a commitment to high-quality care.

You will deliver emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload, work with a skilled team, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning in a state-of-the-art hospital.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

DVM or equivalent

Rotating internship preferred

Job description

Hospital Name: Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC)

Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Emergency Veterinarian opportunity in Charleston, SC
Schedule: Full-Time

Our facility is located 10 minutes from beautiful downtown Charleston, SC in the heart of the Lowcountry. In 2025, we underwent an expansion and renovation and our 32,700 sq ft facility is complete with a full in-house lab, 16 slice helical CT, high field MRI, EMG, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, echocardiography, emergency radiology suite, isolation and feline wards, in house blood bank, and full-service rehabilitation department, with a dedicated emergency treatment area adjacent to our large and comprehensive ICU, including mechanical ventilation capabilities. Additionally, we have a full endoscopy suite (flexible and rigid), Stryker 1188 system for minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, arthroscopy), and Ligasure system. We are still the ONLY Level 1 Certified Facility in South Carolina!

CVRC has specialists in the disciplines of Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Cardiology, Medical and Radiation, Anesthesiology, Oncology, Rehabilitation, Veterinary Pharmacy, and Critical Care, as well as a highly-trained team of 13 emergency clinicians. We have a strong belief in a team-based approach to medicine, and our specialists and emergency doctors work very closely together. The emergency department is supported by specialists 24 hours a day. Our technical staff is highly skilled (including several VTS personnel in ECC and IM) and our patient care and client service are unparalleled. We are committed to delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are looking for an individual that is passionate and excited about practicing the highest quality medicine, strives for excellence, has great interpersonal skills, and approaches patients and clients in a compassionate and empathetic manner. Our management team is committed to these goals and strives to support our clinicians. We recognize that our team members are our strongest assets and value each as both employees and individuals.

Location Highlight

From sunrise on the beach to evenings exploring Charleston's renowned restaurants and historic downtown, this coastal city offers an exceptional lifestyle. With abundant outdoor recreation, rich culture, and a welcoming, pet-loving community, it's easy to see why so many choose to call Charleston home.

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
• 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:

• 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 is strongly preferred; candidates with equivalent emergency experience in a specialty referral hospital will also be considered.
• 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.

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.