Emergency Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings options

Health Savings Account with employer H

CE allowance and stipend

Graduate CE opportunities

Job summary

Pet+ER in Hunt Valley, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks an experienced emergency veterinarian to join a collaborative, fast-paced team. You will deliver urgent care with a focus on high-quality medicine, working within a state-of-the-art facility that supports professional growth and a structured schedule.

The role offers a six 12-hour shift pattern per pay period, competitive compensation with base 140k–185k and total earnings potential 225k–270k, plus sign-on and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with Maryland licensure eligibility.
• Rotating internship completed or at least 2 years emergency medicine experience.
• Ability to manage emergency cases in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills with clients and team members.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to high-quality patient care.
• Passion for continuing learning and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Triage, manage, and treat emergency cases and hospitalized patients.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critical patients.
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists to ensure seamless patient care.
• Identify clinical interests and pursue projects to expand expertise.
• Engage with technicians and coordinators to support patient care.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Team collaboration

Client communication

Clinical decision making

Education

DVM or equivalent

Tools

Digital radiology

In-house laboratory

ICU care

Job description

$140,000–$185,000 Base Salary | $225,000–$270,000+ Total Earning Potential

Up to $25,000 Sign-On & Relocation Assistance

Schedule: Full-time; Six 12-hour shifts per pay period (approximately three shifts per week)

At Pet+ER, you'll do more than practice emergency medicine, you'll become part of a collaborative team at a tertiary care hospital that is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting one another's professional growth.

Our Hunt Valley hospital opened in June 2023 and provides 24/7 emergency and critical care services in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. Our emergency team works alongside an outstanding group of specialists and highly skilled technicians in an environment that values collaboration, mentorship, and clinical excellence.

We're looking for an experienced emergency veterinarian who is team-oriented, client-focused, open-minded, and committed to practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive, fast-paced hospital. As part of the Ethos Veterinary Health network, you'll have opportunities to continue growing your career while making a meaningful impact on patients, clients, and colleagues alike.

Location Highlight

Located just north of Baltimore, Hunt Valley offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and city convenience. Enjoy easy access to hiking trails, waterfront attractions, professional sports, award-winning restaurants, and the vibrant culture of Baltimore and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region while living in a community known for its excellent quality of life.

• Total earning potential: $225,000 – $270,000 with production
• Up to $25,000 in combined sign-on and relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings options
• Health Savings Account with a $750 annual employer contribution
• Annual CE allowance (2 CE days and $2,500 stipend) plus virtual CE subscription
• Quarterly in-house continuing education offered through Pet+ER and partnering Ethos hospitals
• Consistent, set schedule, after completion of onboarding period; After three years of tenure, option to transition to five shifts per pay period
• Paid time off
• Hill's, Purina, and Royal Canin pet feeding program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities throughout Ethos Veterinary Health
• Employee assistance programs

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.
• 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 (Daily responsibilities are shift dependent and can be customized based on areas of interest)
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine;Cutting is not required and is customizable based on each doctor’s interests.
• Collaborate closely with board-certified specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology, Dentistry, Radiology, and Canine Rehabilitation to provide seamless patient care.
• Identify a project aligned with your clinical interests, giving you the opportunity to expand your expertise, contribute to the hospital, and share your knowledge with teammates.
• Utilize advanced technology including digital radiology, in-house laboratory, dedicated ICU, modern surgical suites with Ligasure, high flow oxygen, TA 90 and LVS staplers, isolation wards, and an in-house blood bank.
• Work alongside experienced and talented technicians, discharge coordinators, and patient care coordinators who allow you to focus on practicing exceptional medicine.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative hospital culture built on teamwork, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Maryland veterinary licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or at least 2 years of emergency medicine 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 while working alongside a collaborative team of emergency veterinarians and board-certified specialists in a state-of-the-