Emergency Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Havertown (Delaware County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Emergency Veterinarian to join our team in Havertown. With a focus on excellent care and collaboration, you will be responsible for managing emergency cases and ensuring a compassionate environment for pets and their owners. We offer competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits aimed at supporting your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Health benefits (vision/dental/life insurance)

401k w/ employer match

Mental health support

8-weeks paid parental leave

Paid leave for newly adopted pets

Bereavement leave

Annual paid time off

Generous employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited veterinary school.
• Experience in emergency and specialty care preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients and staff.
• Triage emergency patients and manage treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communications.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Triage experience

Record keeping

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

OUR PRACTICE

At Keystone Veterinary Emergency & Referral, we provide 24/7 emergency services, including surgery, for dogs and cats in the greater Philadelphia area.

When looking for an emergency & specialty veterinary hospital, you should be able to count on superior care and excellent service. We at Keystone Veterinary Emergency and Referral in Havertown PA have assembled an expert team of veterinary professionals to bring you the best possible healthcare for your pet. Our state-of-the-art veterinary facility is clean, comfortable, and efficient. We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week for your pet’s emergency and urgent care needs.

The Emergency Service operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year to receive referral cases from local veterinarians and animals with serious or life-threatening problems that require immediate attention. In addition, we are available for owners whose pets become ill and require urgent care.

Our doctors use advanced techniques and equipment to tailor treatment protocols to best meet your pet’s medical needs in surgery, cardiology, radiology, and emergency care.

This team will showcase top-quality veterinary medicine, benefit from a strong local referral network, and embody the type of core values that support:

• An emotionally intelligent work environment
• A positive work/life balance
• Veterinary leaders in our community
• Teamwork and collaboration

OUR HOME

Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania, Havertown presents a delightful mix of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility. With tree-lined streets and friendly neighbors, has a small-town feel while being just a quick drive away from Philadelphia. The town has numerous parks and green spaces, including the popular Haverford Reserve, offering residents a sense of nature where they can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and relaxing outdoors.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build relationships with colleagues, clients, and support staff to ensure a compassionate and collaborative work environment.
• Motivated to foster a learning environment for colleagues, support staff, and veterinary students visiting the hospital.
• Triage and facilitate treatment plans for emergency patients.
• Continue care of specialty patients who are hospitalized overnight and on weekends.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Provide clear and complete communication to clients and support staff.
• Communicate with referral partners (verbally and with referral letters)

• Attend morning rounds to collaborate with specialists on the currently hospitalized patients.
• Maintain a positive and supportive work culture.
• Support the hospital's Fear-Free culture and commitment.

You take great care of Animals. We take great care of YOU!

Benefits – our care in action- Some of these benefits are for PT and FT Associates only.

We believe in supporting people as individuals and designed our benefits to address all aspects of your well-being. Here, you’ll have the quality of life (and work) to meet your unique needs.

We center our benefits around...

• Family support and wellness so that you have security and support no matter the size and shape of your family
• Financial stability so that you feel confident in your future
• Mental health & well-being, as we recognize and offer resources to alleviate the unique challenges that come in veterinary care
• Educational support because knowledge isn’t just power, it’s fundamental

Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more! This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation (no negative accrual)
• Relocation assistance available
• Health benefits (vision/dental/life insurance too)
• 401k w/ employer match
• Mental health support; 24/7 Lyra Health
• 8-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid PURRental leave for a newly adopted pet
• Bereavement leave to include loss of pet leave
• Annual paid time off
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Annual CE stipend and dedicated CE PTO

And so much More!

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered