Emergency Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Relocation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

CE Allowance

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates seeks a Full-Time Emergency Veterinarian in Commerce City, CO. Join a collaborative team providing high-quality emergency care across diverse cases with a rotating schedule including days, swings, and nights.

Ideal candidates hold a DVM with licensure eligibility and have rotating internship or EM experience. We value teamwork, compassionate client care, and ongoing learning within a supportive Ethos network.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent with eligibility for state licensure.
• Rotating internship or EM experience preferred.
• Confidence handling emergencies in fast-paced settings.
• Strong communication with clients and team.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to patient care.
• Desire for continuous learning in emergency medicine.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent/emergent cases.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care through triage and hospitalization.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill patients.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff for seamless care.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Skills

DVM Degree

Emergency Medicine Experience

Strong Communication

Team Collaboration

Client-Centered Care

Adaptability

Education

Rotating Internship

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Compensation Ranging from $120K-$180K. Application deadline November 16 th , 2026.
Full- time opportunity in Commerce City, CO
Schedule: Rotating schedule including days, swings and nights.

AUC is proud to provide high-quality, affordable emergency veterinary services across our locations in Colorado. Our hospitals are known for their outstanding culture, where mutual respect, teamwork, and a great sense of humor are just as important as clinical skill. Whether you're managing a critical case or mentoring a newer colleague, you’ll be surrounded by a compassionate, collaborative team that supports one another every step of the way.

We’re looking to add aFull-Time Emergency Veterinarian to our group who is excited to partner with our amazing team. This role offers diverse case exposure, opportunities to work with multiple amazing teams, and the chance to practice medicine in a variety of clinical settings. We welcome experienced ER veterinarians and internship-trained doctors.

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

Commerce City offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and Colorado adventure. Located just minutes from downtown Denver and Denver International Airport, you'll enjoy easy access to world class dining, entertainment, and professional sports, while also being close to hiking, skiing, and mountain getaways. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, it's an ideal place to build your career while enjoying an active outdoor lifestyle.

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.

• 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

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.
• 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 or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical 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 and help shape the future of veterinary care.