Emergency Veterinarian

AAVMP; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability, life insurance

CE allowance

Paid time off (3 weeks vacation + 1)

401(k) with employer match

Referral bonuses

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Bulger Veterinary Hospital in Lawrence, MA, is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinarian. ProSal starts at $160,000+ base with production earning potential over $200,000. Schedule includes rotating shifts, up to 14 per month with about 35 hours weekly, in a 24/7 practice offering emergency and specialty services.

Join a collaborative Ethos network hospital with a focus on well-being, mentorship, and client-centered care, including a variety of benefits and a pathway toward board certification.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state licensure.
• Internship-trained and/or at least 2 years of clinical emergency medicine experience.
• Soft tissue emergency surgeries a plus; additional surgical training available.
• Demonstrated confidence in managing emergencies and making sound clinical decisions.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional 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.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Have the opportunity to cut a variety of soft-tissue emergency surgical procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Emergency medicine experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Patient care

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian

ProSal starting at $160,000+ base (depending on experience)

Production earning potential in excess of $200,000

Full-time Emergency Veterinarian opportunity in Lawrence, MA

Schedule: Rotating up to 14 shifts per month (including 4 weekend shifts per month), with an average 35 hours per week

Why Join Bulger Veterinary Hospital

Our busy, 24/7 practice located in Lawrence, MA, offers Emergency, General Practice, and Specialty services-allowing for strong collaboration, easy referrals, and gold standard medicine for our patients.

Originally established as a general practice hospital in North Andover more than 40 years ago, BVH has now expanded into a 16,500 square foot practice equipped to provide a full-service experience for our clients and our veterinarians-with plans to extend our footprint with a second location in early 2027.

We offer specialty care in Anesthesia, Cardiology, Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, Surgery, and Theriogenology-in addition to our primary care, rotating interns, and 24/7 emergency services. The hospital is supported by nearby Ethos hospitals with Neurology, Oncology, Interventional Radiology, and an in-network compounding pharmacy.

Our doctors are supported by a team of well-trained technicians and client care members, as well as compassionate and approachable leadership. We have an in-house social worker and a focus on well-being and work-life balance. The culture of our team is driven by the desire to provide unsurpassed and compassionate patient care along with exceptional client service.

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

Location Highlight

Lawrence offers a unique blend of history, culture, and recreation, with attractions ranging from the North Canal Historic District, Merrimack River, and Great Stone Dam to the Lawrence Heritage State Park, which highlights the city's important role in American industrial and labor history. The city also appeals to art enthusiasts through the Essex Art Center, vibrant public murals, and a growing creative community, while parks such as Den Rock Park and Campagnone Common provide outdoor recreation and community gathering spaces. Lawrence's diverse dining scene, strong multicultural influences, and convenient access to the greater Boston region make it an appealing destination for a wide range of interests and lifestyles.

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
• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability, life insurance, and FSA options
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off (3 weeks vacation + 1 week sick)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Referral and incentive bonuses
• Employee assistance programs

ER ABVP Guided Program

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.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Have the opportunity to cut a variety of soft-tissue emergency surgical procedures.
• 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.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• The ideal candidate will be internship-trained and/or have at least 2 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine.
• Experience in soft tissue emergency surgeries is a plus! Additional surgical training is available.
• 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.

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.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.