Emergency Veterinarian

New Frontier Animal Medical Center; Monroe (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Simple IRA

CE allowance

Licensing reimbursement

In-house diagnostics access

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Premier Pet Emergency Clinic in Louisiana is seeking an experienced Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our fast-paced emergency team. You’ll provide emergency and critical care for dogs and cats, perform diagnostics, triage, and treatment planning, and communicate options and costs clearly to pet owners.

We value collaboration with skilled technicians and staff, uphold strong clinical judgment, and maintain detailed medical records while delivering high-quality urgent care around the clock.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and Louisiana license (or eligible).
• Emergency veterinary experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and critical care for small animal patients (dogs and cats).
• Perform diagnostics, triage, and treatment planning.
• Conduct emergency surgeries and procedures.
• Communicate treatment options and costs to pet owners.
• Work collaboratively with technicians and support staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Strong clinical judgment

Ability to work under pressure

Independent case management

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensed or eligible to practice in Louisiana

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Provide emergency and critical care for small animal patients (dogs and cats)
• Perform diagnostics, triage, and treatment planning
• Conduct emergency surgeries and procedures
• Communicate clearly with pet owners about treatment options and costs
• Work collaboratively with experienced technicians and support staff
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, Holiday Pay, Simple IRA with matching
• Flexible scheduling (work-life balance supported)
• Continuing education (CE) allowance
• Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Access to new equipment and diagnostics (in house blood analyzers, digital radiography, ultrasound, full anesthesia monitoring including capnography)

Why Join Premier Pet Emergency Clinic?

• Growing emergency practice with strong community reputation
• Skilled, team-oriented support staff
• Opportunity to practice high-quality medicine
• Make a meaningful impact during critical moments for pets and families

Schedule Options

• 12-13 hour shifts
• Overnight, weekend, and holidays required
• Flexible rotations available, full time is generally 10-12 total shifts per month

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
• Licensed (or eligible) to practice in Louisiana
• Emergency experience not required
• Ability to oversee and manage cases independently
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills