Emergency Veterinarian

NHSHP; Portsmouth, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

CE allowance

Professional development support

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital in Portsmouth, NH is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to provide high-quality emergency and critical care for a diverse range of companion animals. The role features competitive base pay plus production, as well as sign-on and relocation assistance.

Join a skilled, energetic team dedicated to exceptional patient care and client service, with opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment in the New Hampshire coastline

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or 2+ years' experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred.
• Ability to manage emergency cases and make rapid clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a patient- and client-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent and emergent cases.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients with evidence-based medicine.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful situations.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Communication

Team collaboration

Client care

DVM

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Tools

Rotating internship

Job description

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian

Competitive base + production
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Full-time opportunity in Portsmouth, NH
12 rotating shifts per month

Why Join Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital

We are a talented, energetic, and personable team. Our focus on delivering exceptional patient care and client service serves as the backbone for maintaining a hospitable culture that fosters teamwork and camaraderie. Our commitment to care for one another allows us to provide outstanding, empathetic service to our clients, referring veterinarians, and the community. We create opportunities for success in all that we do through empowerment and a well-communicated vision for our business.

Our hospital is proud to offer a comprehensive range of specialty services, including internal medicine, radiology, surgery, anesthesia, ophthalmology, cardiology, medical and radiation oncology, neurology, and critical care, supported by an exceptionally skilled team of emergency veterinarians. At Port City, we also place a strong emphasis on the learning and professional development of our technician team, whose expertise and dedication provide essential support to our veterinarians and enhance the level of care we deliver.

Location Highlight

Located along New Hampshire's scenic coastline, Portsmouth offers the perfect mix of New England charm and modern amenities, featuring a vibrant downtown, rich maritime history, waterfront views, and exceptional dining and shopping.

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 and 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)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Referral and incentive bonuses
• Employee assistance programs

ER ABVP Guided Program - The 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.
• 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.
• Completion of a rotating internship or 2+ years' experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred.
• 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.