Emergency Veterinarian

Upstate Veterinary Specialties; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (employer paid)

Relocation assistance

Generous CE allowance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee pet insurance stipend

Job summary

Upstate Veterinary Specialties in Latham, NY, is seeking Emergency Clinicians to join our growing Emergency Medicine team. This private, multi-disciplinary hospital offers advanced diagnostics, board-certified specialists, and a supportive environment for clinicians to manage a diverse range of urgent cases.

Candidates with a DVM, NY licensure eligibility, and completed emergency internship or equivalent experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree and eligible for NY licensure.
• Completed internship or structured emergency mentorship, or prior busy emergency experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage urgent cases.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency veterinary care in a fast-paced setting.
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists and support staff.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat emergency cases with sound clinical judgment.
• Educate clients and communicate treatment plans.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Eligible for NY veterinary licensure

Emergency internship or mentorship or busy ER experience

Job description

Upstate Veterinary Specialties (UVS) is a privately owned, multidisciplinary specialty and emergency hospital providing advanced veterinary care throughout New York State's Capital Region and beyond. Our 24/7 hospital combines exceptional emergency and critical care services with a collaborative team of board-certified specialists dedicated to delivering the highest standard of patient care.

Our specialty services include:

• Anesthesiology & Pain Management
• Cardiology
• Clinical Pathology
• Critical Care
• Internal Medicine
• Medical Oncology
• Radiology
• Rehabilitation
• Surgery

Our Emergency & Critical Care service is supported by highly skilled Licensed Veterinary Technicians (including 3 VTSs), Veterinary Assistants, Client Advocates, Client Relations Specialists, hospital administrators, and an engaged leadership team committed to clinical excellence and professional fulfillment.

Position Overview

With a growing caseload and expanding referral network, UVS is seeking Emergency Clinicians to join our growing and well-established Emergency Medicine team. This is an opportunity to build your practice in a collaborative, well-equipped specialty hospital with advanced diagnostics, dedicated clinical support, and seamless access to board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines.

We are looking for clinicians who demonstrate strong clinical judgment, thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment, and are passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families. At UVS, you’ll be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team while having the resources and specialty expertise to confidently manage a diverse range of emergency cases.

Candidates who have completed a veterinary internship or structured emergency medicine mentorship program, as well as veterinarians with previous experience in a busy emergency setting, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in New York State
• Completion of a veterinary internship or structured emergency medicine mentorship program, or previous experience in a busy veterinary emergency setting
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage urgent and emergent cases
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
• Interest in continued professional development and collaborative medicine
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Why Join UVS?

At UVS, work-life integration and professional satisfaction are foundational to our culture. As a privately owned hospital with on-site leadership, we are able to respond quickly to the needs of our doctors, staff, and community.

What Sets Us Apart

Exceptional Clinical Support

• Highly skilled Licensed Veterinary Technicians (including 3 VTS) and Veterinary Assistants
• Dedicated Emergency & Critical Care leadership
• Client Advocates and Client Relations Specialists supporting the emergency client experience
• Robust onsite administrative and operational support
• Access to board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines
• Collaborative multidisciplinary approach to patient care

Commitment to Learning

• Generous continuing education funding
• Opportunities to collaborate directly with board-certified specialists
• Access to advanced diagnostics and treatment modalitiesComprehensive onboarding and mentorship
• Opportunities for continued clinical and professional development
• Privately owned hospital with engaged, on-site leadership
• Team-oriented approach to patient care
• Open-door leadership philosophy
• Collaborative relationships between emergency medicine and specialty services
• Environment that encourages team members to contribute ideas and improve patient care

State-of-the-Art Facilities

UVS operates from a custom-built, approximately 45,000-square-foot facility designed to support advanced specialty and emergency veterinary medicine.

Emergency & Critical Care resources include:

• High-flow oxygen therapy
• Nova blood gas analyzer
• In-house blood bank
• On-call surgical support
• In-house reference laboratory
• On-site radiologist
• Multi-parameter telemetry

Advanced Hospital Equipment & Services

• 1.5T MRI
• 64-slice CT scanner with power injector
• Digital radiography
• Multiple surgical suites
• In-house pharmacy
• Underwater treadmill and rehabilitation services

Our Emergency & Critical Care clinicians have the opportunity to consult with specialists across Anesthesiology & Pain Management, Cardiology, Clinical Pathology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Oncology, Radiology, Rehabilitation, and Surgery.

Clinical & Client Support

Emergency Clinicians are supported by a multidisciplinary team that helps streamline patient care, client communication, and daily operations, allowing doctors to remain focused on clinical decision-making and patient care.

Clinical Support

• Highly trained Licensed Veterinary Technicians (including VTS) and Veterinary Assistants provide hands‑on patient care, monitoring, treatment assistance, diagnostics, and coordination of care.
• Emergency leadership provides clinical and operational support within the Emergency & Critical Care service.
• Emergency Clinicians have access to UVS's broader specialty network, providing opportunities to consult and coordinate care with board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines.

Client & Administrative Support

• Dedicated Client Advocates provide compassionate, dedicated support to clients navigating emergency and critical care situations. They serve as a point of contact throughout the patient’s visit, helping clients navigate hospital processes, coordinating communication with the medical team, facilitating patient updates, and assisting with non‑clinical questions and needs. By supporting the client experience, Client Advocates allow Emergency Clinicians and medical staff to remain focused on patient care.
• Experienced Client Relations Specialists support client communication, patient updates, scheduling, and administrative needs throughout the patient’s visit. They work alongside the medical and client support teams to help facilitate clear communication and a seamless experience from arrival through discharge.
• Experienced Administrative & Hospital Leadership Teams provide additional operational support to help facilitate an efficient and positive experience for patients, clients, and medical teams.

Location

Located in Latham, New York, between Albany and Saratoga Springs, the Capital Region offers an exceptional quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and major metropolitan areas.

Highlights include:

• Catskill Mountains
• Lake George
• Thacher State Park

Residents enjoy a variety of urban, suburban, and rural living options, excellent schools, and convenient access to Boston, Buffalo, New York City, and Montreal.

UVS offers a competitive compensation package designed to support professional growth, financial well-being, and work‑life integration.

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance (employer paid)
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance (employer paid)
• Long‑term disability insurance (employer paid)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off and floating holidays
• Relocation assistance
• Substantial continuing education allowance
• Employee pet insurance stipend
• Employee kennel benefits
• Wellness initiatives
• Potential opportunity to explore practice ownership for eligible candidates
• $100,000–$160,000 base salary, commensurate with experience
• Production bonus based on gross revenues

Join Our Team

At UVS, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can build meaningful, sustainable careers.

If you are passionate about emergency medicine and are looking for an opportunity to practice alongside experienced clinicians, board-certified specialists, and a dedicated support team, we invite you to explore a career with Upstate Veterinary Specialties.