Emergency Veterinarian

Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC).; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) seeks an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join our full-time team in Charleston, SC. The role focuses on delivering exceptional emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.

The position emphasizes collaboration with specialists and emergency clinicians, ongoing learning, and a commitment to compassionate client care in a high‑tech, Level 1 certified facility.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state where the hospital operates.
• Experience or internship in emergency settings preferred.
• Strong communication and team-based care approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to diverse companion animal caseload.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat urgent medical conditions with evidence-based plans.
• Provide comprehensive care through triage, stabilization, and ICU management.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and staff for seamless care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful times.
• Contribute to a positive, mentorship‑driven hospital culture.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Critical care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent

Tools

In-house imaging

CT/MRI access

Job description

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian opportunity in Charleston, SC

Schedule: Full-Time

Why Join Charleston Veterinary Referral Center

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.

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
• 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.

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.

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.

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.