Emergency Veterinarian

New Frontier Animal Medical Center; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

CE allowance

Parental leave

Licensure coverage

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Student loan assistance

Mentorship program

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our dedicated emergency team. This 24/7 facility provides advanced diagnostics, surgical intervention, and critical patient management, enabling clinicians to practice at the top of their license.

We offer a diverse, high-acuity caseload with collaboration across internal medicine, surgery, oncology, cardiology, and neurology, supported by a skilled team and mentorship for growth and

Qualifications

• Holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA-accredited institution.
• Experience in emergency medicine and emergency surgery.
• Ability to thrive in a high-acuity, team-oriented environment and communicate well.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level emergency veterinary care to dogs and cats.
• Collaborate with internal medicine, surgery, and other specialty teams.
• Deliver compassionate care and effective client communication.
• Support 24/7 ER operations and participate in on-call shifts.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Active license in good standing

Job description

Pay
$190,000 - $250,000 a year

Job type
Full-time

Shift and schedule

• 365/24/7
• Day
• Swing
• Nights

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (VVSE) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Emergency Veterinarian (DVM) to join our dedicated emergency team in Charlottesville, Virginia. This role is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in fast-paced emergency settings and are passionate about providing high-level care during critical moments.

About Our Hospital

VVSE provides 24/7/365 emergency veterinary services. Our hospital is equipped to support advanced diagnostics, surgical intervention, and critical patient management, allowing our emergency clinicians to practice at the top of their license.

• Complete imaging diagnostics: digital radiography, ultrasound and CT
• Multiple fully equipped surgical suites with electrocautery, ligasure, and ventilator support
• Comprehensive in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, clotting times, and electrolyte analysis
• Blood product access for transfusions
• Multiple isolation suites
• Integrated EMR and digital treatment sheet

Why Emergency Veterinarians Choose VVSE

Our collaborative, highly efficient emergency team prioritizes both exceptional patient outcomes and clinician well-being. You will be supported by experienced staff, streamlined workflows, and leadership that understands the demands of emergency medicine.

You can expect:

• Diverse and interesting caseload
• Collaboration with experienced emergency and specialty veterinarians
• Access to advanced diagnostics and surgical resources
• A culture focused on teamwork, respect, and clinical excellence

You will be supported by:

• Experienced ER doctors
• Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, and Neurology specialty teams
• Highly skilled technicians and support staff

We are seeking an Emergency Veterinarian who:

• Holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an accredited institution
• Has prior experience in emergency medicine and emergency surgery
• Thrives in a high-acuity, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills
• Is passionate about delivering exceptional, compassionate emergency care

Benefits Package

• Competitive ProSal compensation with no negative accrual
• Signing bonus and relocation
• Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Annual continuing education allowance + additional CE PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Professional licensure and liability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts
• Student loan debt assistance
• Ongoing mentorship, career development, and training programs.

Charlottesville offers the perfect balance of vibrant culture, outdoor recreation, and livability, with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, a thriving food and arts scene, and a strong sense of community—making it an excellent home base for emergency veterinarians. If you are seeking a high-impact emergency veterinarian role with advanced medicine, strong clinical support, and a sustainable schedule.

Virginia Veterinary Specialty and Emergency, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a full-service veterinary hospital providing 24/7 emergency services and advanced specialty care for dogs and cats . We partner closely with the general practice community to provide personalized, coordinated care. In addition to emergency services, we offer board-certified specialists in internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, and oncology as well as a rehabilitation department and are always looking to expand our specialty services to better serve our community's pets. From our state-of-the-art medical facility to our highly skilled team, we’re dedicated to giving your canine and feline companions the best possible care.

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
• Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)