Emergency Veterinarian

Ethos Veterinary Health; Village of Somers (WI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center in Kenosha, WI, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian with an optional Senior Associate Track. You’ll manage diverse ER cases, perform surgeries, and contribute to high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced hospital.

The role offers autonomy, opportunities for growth, and a supportive team culture near Lake Michigan with access to Milwaukee and Chicago. Competitive compensation includes base + production, with sign-on and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Internship-trained or at least 2 years of ER experience is required.
• Ability to manage high caseloads and work independently.
• Positive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset; mentorship when possible.

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide variety of small animal ER cases and make independent clinical decisions.
• Opportunity to perform ER surgeries and expand skillset.
• Thrive in a high-impact environment where expertise improves patient outcomes.
• Contribute to a culture of compassionate, high-quality care.

Skills

ER experience

Independence

Team collaboration

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian (with Optional Senior Associate Track)

Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center – Kenosha, WI

Why You’ll Love Working at WVRC Kenosha

At WVRC Racine/Kenosha, We’re More Than An Emergency Hospital—we’re a Tight-knit, People-first Team Committed To Making a Real Difference For Pets, Their Families, And The Local Veterinary Community. Here’s Why Veterinarians Love Being Part Of Our Crew

• People-First Culture: A collaborative, supportive team where your skills and compassion are valued every day.
• Autonomy & Growth: Lead your shifts, make confident decisions, and build your own style of practice in a fast-paced, dynamic ER environment.
• Perfect Location: Enjoy lakeside living with big city access—30 minutes to Milwaukee, 90 minutes to Chicago (or hop on Amtrak!).
• Flexibility & Balance: Scheduling options designed for your lifestyle.
• Earning Power: Competitive base + production, generous sign-on bonus, and no non-compete.
• Room to Grow: From everyday ER excitement to advanced surgeries, you can shape a career that fits you.

The Role

As An Emergency Veterinarian At WVRC Kenosha, You Will

• Manage a wide variety of small animal ER cases and make independent clinical decisions.
• Have the opportunity to perform ER surgeries and expand your skillset.
• Thrive in a high-impact environment where your expertise directly improves patient outcomes.
• Contribute to a culture of compassionate, high-quality care that extends beyond the hospital walls.

We’re Looking For Veterinarians Who

• Are internship-trained or have at least 2 years of ER experience.
• Feel comfortable managing high caseloads and working independently.
• Bring positivity, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and mentoring colleagues when opportunities arise.

Senior Associate Track (Optional)

For experienced ER doctors seeking leadership and mentorship opportunities, our Senior Associate Track allows you to:

• Lead the ER Immerse Training Program for new graduates.
• Shape in-hospital CE and collaborate with Ethos Clinical Learning & Development.
• Model best practices and guide complex cases on the floor.
• Support hospital growth, recruiting efforts, and build relationships with local referring veterinarians.

What You’ll Get & Where You’ll Work

• Competitive compensation (base + production) with high earning potential.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance—tailored packages available.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO.
• CE allowance, licensure & dues covered, mental health and well-being support.
• Modern, 12,000sqft facility with in-house lab, CT scanner, digital radiology, and on-site radiology service.
• A vibrant community near Lake Michigan with excellent housing, schools, and easy access to Milwaukee and Chicago.
• Backed by Ethos Veterinary Health—national resources with a local heart.

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.