Emergency Veterinarian

NVA; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site gym

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital – Hillsborough, part of Ethos, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our state‑of‑the‑art hospital in Hillsborough, NJ. You will deliver high‑quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals, collaborating with clinicians and staff.

The role offers a competitive base production range of $170,000–$180,000 plus a sign‑on bonus up to $20,000, with three 12‑hour shifts per week (days, swing, overnights) and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree eligible for state licensure.
• Completion of rotating internship or emergency medicine experience preferred.
• Strong communication and client‑centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent medical conditions.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care with triage and inpatient management as needed.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams for seamless patient care.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Contribute to a team culture of collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Skills

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

State licensure eligibility

Emergency medicine experience

Communication skills

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian

$170,000 — 180,000 base production

Sign On Bonus up to $20,000

Full-Time Opportunity in Hillsborough, New Jersey

Schedule: Three 12 hour shifts per week (Day, Swing, Overnights)

Shift hours are: 8am – 8pm (Day), 10am – 10pm (Swing) and 8pm – 8am (Overnight)

Why Join Red Bank Veterinary Hospital – Hillsborough**?**

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital — Hillsborough, you’ll do more than practice. You’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine.

You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.

You’ll join a state‑of‑the‑art emergency and specialty veterinary hospital that works compassionately with pet owners to facilitate the best outcome for their animals. Working in partnership with primary care veterinarians, our mission is to improve the quality of life of our patients through care, collaboration and comprehensive treatment.

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

Location Highlight

Whether you enjoy the peaceful suburban life, access to big‑city attractions, beach time, or mountain activities, Hillsborough is the place for you. Recognized four times as one of “America’s Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine, our community is just over an hour away from New York City and Philadelphia, about 30 minutes from local beaches, about 20 minutes from beautiful Princeton, and less than 10 minutes from Sourland Mountain Preserve. We have a small‑town rural feel with close access to multiple urban opportunities! Niche.com reported in May 2025 that Hillsborough remains one of the top 100 places to live and raise family in New Jersey, as well as ranking 43^rd^ in best place to buy a house in NJ and 65^th^ out of 570 school districts.

Perks & Benefits

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

• Competitive compensation, base production total earning potential ~$190,000 annually
• Sign‑on or relocation assistance up to $20,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs
• No non‑compete
• On‑site gym
• Individualized bonus packages based on your personal interests! Are you passionate about the outdoors, cooking, sports, or any other hobbies or pastimes? Let’s chat about it!

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 highly 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.