Emergency Veterinarian

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Bereavement leave

Pet care discounts

Job summary

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our state‑of‑the‑art emergency and specialty hospital.

We are a nonprofit teaching hospital with a collaborative culture, advanced medicine, and a commitment to the community. Our emergency doctors work with 20+ board‑certified specialists, offering opportunities for mentorship, learning, and patient care in a high‑volume critical care setting.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD from AVMA-accredited school or ECFVG certification.
• Oregon veterinary licensure or eligibility.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills in emergency medicine.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced critical care environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage, diagnostics, and medical management for a diverse emergency caseload.
• Manage patient flow across the ER and ICU alongside a skilled technician team.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans and communicate clearly with clients during critical moments.
• Collaborate with specialists to provide advanced care and facilitate patient transfers when needed.
• Build relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region.
• Contribute to a teaching environment that supports interns, residents, externs, and early-career veterinarians.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Diagnostics

Client communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our state‑of‑the‑art emergency and specialty hospital in Portland, Oregon.

DoveLewis is a nonprofit, mission‑driven teaching hospital known for its collaborative culture, advanced medicine, and deep commitment to the community. Our emergency doctors manage a wide variety of challenging cases while working alongside 20+ board‑certified specialists and a highly skilled technical team.

This role offers the opportunity to practice high‑level emergency medicine in a supportive environment, with seamless access to specialty services, advanced diagnostics, and a hospital culture focused on learning, mentorship, and excellent patient care.

What You’ll Do

• Perform triage, diagnostics, and medical management for a diverse emergency caseload


• Manage patient flow across the ER and ICU alongside a skilled technician team


• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans and communicate clearly with clients during critical moments


• Collaborate with specialists to provide advanced care and facilitate patient transfers when needed


• Build relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region


• Contribute to a teaching environment that supports interns, residents, externs, and early‑career veterinarians

Why Emergency Veterinarians Choose DoveLewis

Practice Advanced Medicine

• Dedicated ICU with 7‑day criticalist coverage


• 24/7 on‑call surgery support


• Advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT, ultrasound/echo, ventilators, endoscopy/otoscopy, digital radiography


• On‑site blood bank, hemodialysis, plasmapheresis, and more


• Collaboration with specialists in Critical Care, Oncology, Rehab, Pain Management, Hospice, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, Radiology, and more

Work in a Teaching Hospital

DoveLewis is committed to advancing veterinary medicine through education.

You’ll Have Opportunities To

• Mentor residents, interns and extern students


• Participate in case discussions and collaborative rounds


• Access continuing education, wet labs, and the atDove learning platform

A Mission‑Driven Workplace

As a nonprofit veterinary hospital, DoveLewis reinvests resources into patient care, staff development, and community programs.

Programs Include

• The Velvet Assistance Fund, which helps low‑income families access care


• Community outreach and education initiatives


• A culture focused on collaboration, support, and sustainability in veterinary medicine

Compensation & Financial Support

• ProSal model: average annual earnings of approximately $215,000, including a $140,000 base salary


• Student loan repayment program (eligible in your first month)


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer


• 403(b) retirement plan with equitable employer contributions


• Financial coaching and professional development support


• Paid professional dues and memberships


• Veterinary service discounts

Well‑Being Support

• $0 mental health copays


• On‑site licensed clinical social worker dedicated to veterinary professionals


• Well‑being programs and resources designed specifically for veterinary teams

Additional Benefits

• Relocation reimbursement


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability


• Life Insurance


• Flexible Spending Account


• Paid vacation and sick time


• Holiday pay


• Bereavement leave, including time off when a pet family member passes away

Requirements

• DVM/VMD (or equivalent) from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary school or ECFVG certification


• Ability to obtain Oregon veterinary licensure


• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills in emergency medicine


• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced critical care environment

Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

DoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran or military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

We are a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment drug screening and criminal background check is required.