Emergency Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

$20,000 sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CE allowance

Paid CE

Licensure reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced veterinarian for an emergency/critical care role. This full-time position offers 12/12-hour shifts per month and a $20,000 sign-on bonus, with collaboration across a large specialty team within Ethos Veterinary Health.

You’ll work alongside more than 70 veterinarians, participate in advanced emergency procedures, and contribute to a culture of growth, innovation, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Texas veterinary licensure.
• Internship completion or minimum two years in emergency medicine.
• Strong skills in emergency stabilization, diagnostics, and critical case management.
• Confident in managing emergencies in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication with clients, colleagues, and referring veterinarians.
• Sound clinical judgment, adaptability, and composure under pressure.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborate closely with GCVS specialists, veterinarians, House Officers, 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.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Diagnostics

Critical care

Communication

Clinical decision making

Team collaboration

Continuous learning

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Hospital Name: Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Full-Time opportunity in Houston, Texas
Schedule: 12/12-hour shifts per month.

At Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, you’ll do more than practice—you’ll grow, collaborate, and practice advanced emergency medicine alongside one of the nation’s most respected specialty veterinary teams.

Since 1988, GCVS has been a trusted leader in specialty and emergency veterinary medicine, providing advanced, compassionate care throughout the Greater Houston area. Our hospital is home to more than 70 veterinarians and over 200 dedicated support staff, creating an environment where collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care are at the center of everything we do.

Our Emergency clinicians work closely with specialists across more than 12 disciplines, providing access to the expertise, technology, and collaborative support needed to manage complex cases and deliver exceptional patient care.

Advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities include CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory. You'll also have opportunities to work alongside our House Officers, participate in collaborative case discussions, and engage with clinical research opportunities through Ethos Veterinary Health.

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

Location Highlight

Houston offers an exceptional combination of career opportunity, affordability, culture, and quality of life. From world-class dining, professional sports, museums, and entertainment to Buffalo Bayou and easy weekend trips to the Gulf Coast, Houston offers something for every lifestyle—all with no state income tax.

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 with production opportunities
• $20,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid CE
• Professional licensure and eligible professional dues reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and career advancement

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.
• Collaborate closely with GCVS specialists, veterinarians, House Officers, 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 Texas veterinary licensure.
• Completion of a small animal rotating internship (or equivalent training), or a minimum of two years of emergency medicine experience.
• Strong skills in emergency stabilization, diagnostics, and critical case management.
• Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, colleagues, and referring veterinarians.
• Sound clinical judgment, adaptability, and composure under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to compassionate, high-quality 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.

At Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, you'll be part of a collaborative community dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine while giving you the resources, specialty support, and opportunities to continue building a meaningful and sustainable career.