Emergency Veterinarian

Tempus Recruitment; Port Saint Lucie (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus Recruitment is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join a new hospital in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, scheduled to open in December 2026. The hospital will operate 24/7, focusing solely on urgent and emergency care for small animals. Candidates will work either full-time (three 12-hour shifts) or part-time (two 12-hour shifts), with flexibility in scheduling. Key responsibilities include diagnosis, treatment, surgical intervention, and thorough communication with pet owners. A supportive team is provided to ensure excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Experienced emergency veterinarian with strong diagnosis and treatment skills.
• Ability to perform surgical intervention when required.
• Excellent communication skills with pet owners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of emergency and urgent veterinary care.
• Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff.
• Ensure clear communication with pet owners regarding diagnoses.

Job description

Role Description and Responsibilities

Our client is a privately owned, brand-new hospital due to open in December 2026, seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join their team. Located in a state‑of‑the‑art facility, the hospital focuses exclusively on urgent and emergency care for small animals, specifically dogs and cats.

The hospital operates 24/7, offering full‑time and part‑time schedules. Full‑time veterinarians typically work three 12‑hour shifts per week, while part‑time doctors are scheduled for two 12‑hour shifts. The schedule includes both day and night shifts, with flexibility based on the candidate’s preferences.

This position involves delivering all aspects of emergency and urgent veterinary care, including diagnosis, treatment, surgical intervention when required, and thorough patient evaluations. The role emphasizes collaboration with veterinary technicians and support staff and clear communication with pet owners regarding diagnoses and treatment plans. Only experienced emergency veterinarians will be considered for this role.

The hospital features brand‑new equipment and a modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility designed to support high‑quality emergency care. It exclusively provides urgent and emergency services, with a strong emphasis on communication, comfort, and building trust with clients and referring veterinarians.

Team

Each doctor is supported by an experienced support team to ensure efficient and compassionate patient care.