Emergency Veterinarian

AAVMP; Hickory (NC); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Licensing reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) in Hickory, North Carolina, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join a 24/7 specialty and emergency team. You’ll diagnose and treat a broad emergency caseload, stabilize critical patients, and work with specialists to deliver comprehensive care.

The position offers mentorship, competitive salary, sign-on and relocation assistance, and a supportive culture in a modern multi-discipline hospital.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent and eligible for North Carolina licensure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for emergency medicine and patient care
• Experienced ER veterinarians encouraged to apply
• Confident general practitioners transitioning to emergency medicine encouraged

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat a diverse emergency caseload
• Stabilize critical patients and perform emergency procedures
• Collaborate closely with specialists to provide comprehensive care
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and clients
• Help create a positive, supportive, team-oriented culture
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality medicine every shift

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Emergency medicine passion

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Compensation: $170,000 - $210,000 / year

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) | Hickory, North Carolina

Emergency medicine is challenging. Your hospital shouldn't be.

At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE), we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional people. As one of western North Carolina's premier 24/7 specialty and emergency hospitals, we're seeking an Emergency Veterinarian who wants to practice advanced medicine alongside a collaborative team of specialists, experienced emergency clinicians, and highly skilled technicians.

Whether you're an experienced ER veterinarian or a confident general practitioner looking to transition into emergency medicine, you'll find mentorship, support, and the resources to thrive.

Why You’ll Love CASE

CASE is a modern, 12,000-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital designed to provide the highest level of patient care. Our team works together to deliver exceptional medicine in a collaborative environment where every doctor has the tools and support they need.

Our hospital features

• 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care


• Specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Behavior, and Rehabilitation


• Fully staffed ICU with dedicated DVM and experienced technical support


• 12 spacious exam rooms


• Comprehensive in-house laboratory


• CT


• Fluoroscopy


• Digital Radiography


• Color Flow Doppler Ultrasound


• Endoscopy


• Minimally Invasive Surgical Equipment


• Comprehensive surgical instrumentation


• Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy


• Fully equipped Rehabilitation Department featuring:
  
  
  
  • Underwater treadmill
  
  
  • K-Laser therapy
  
  
  • Electrical stimulation
  
  
  • Exercise treadmill
  
  
  
  

You’ll practice medicine with access to advanced diagnostics and technology while collaborating with an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and treat a diverse emergency caseload


• Stabilize critical patients and perform emergency procedures


• Collaborate closely with our specialists to provide comprehensive care


• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and clients


• Help create a positive, supportive, team-oriented culture


• Deliver compassionate, high-quality medicine every shift

We’re Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent


• Eligible for veterinary licensure in North Carolina


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Passion for emergency medicine and patient care


• Experienced ER veterinarians encouraged to apply


• Confident general practitioners interested in emergency medicine are also encouraged to apply

What We Offer

We know outstanding veterinarians deserve outstanding support. That's why we offer a highly competitive compensation package that can be customized to your experience and career goals.

• Base salary range of $170,000 - $210,000 + production


• Sign-on bonus


• Relocation assistance


• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE days


• Professional dues and licensing reimbursement


• Student Loan Assistance Program


• Paid Parental Leave


• Access to a nationwide network of veterinary specialists and mentors


• Employee Assistance Program


• Employee Pet Care Discounts


• Customized employment packages designed around your goals

Life in Hickory, North Carolina

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers an incredible quality of life with a lower cost of living than many metropolitan areas. Spend your weekends boating on Lake Hickory, hiking scenic mountain trails, exploring local breweries, enjoying a thriving arts community, or taking quick trips to Asheville, Charlotte, and the mountains.

It's the perfect place to build a rewarding veterinary career without sacrificing work-life balance.