Emergency Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A Virginia Beach veterinary emergency hospital is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join their multi-doctor team. You will deliver urgent care, stabilization, diagnostics, and surgery, with support from credentialed technicians and staff.

Open to experienced veterinarians and early career DVMs, with mentorship, a structured training program, and access to ongoing professional development resources. The hospital operates 24/7 with varied day, swing, and overnight shifts, emphasizing teamwork

Qualifications

• DVM degree and U.S. licensure to practice veterinary medicine.
• Ability to obtain or hold a U.S. state veterinary license.
• Right to work in the United States or obtain the required visa.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency stabilization, diagnostics, surgery, hospitalization and end-of-life care.
• Collaborate with a team of doctors, technicians, and support staff.
• Mentorship opportunities for early career DVMs and structured professional development.
• Utilize visiting specialists for advanced imaging and procedures.

Skills

US licensure (DVM)

State license readiness

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Education

DVM degree

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a well-established veterinary emergency hospital based in Virginia Beach, VA, seeking a passionate and dedicated Emergency Veterinarian to join their multi-doctor team. This full-service emergency and urgent care facility provides high-quality, compassionate medicine to pets in need of immediate care. With a strong focus on collaboration, clinical excellence, and exceptional client communication, this hospital is proud to be a trusted name within the Virginia Beach veterinary community.

Working Hours / Rota

The hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing continuous emergency and critical care coverage. This role offers both full-time and part-time options, with a variety of shifts available, including day, swing, and overnight rotations. Overnight shift rotations are a required part of the schedule. The leadership team is highly supportive of work-life balance, offering flexible scheduling designed to meet the needs of both the individual and the team.

Role Description and Responsibilities

As an Emergency Veterinarian, you'll provide immediate and expert medical attention to patients requiring urgent or critical care. Clinical responsibilities include emergency stabilization, diagnostics, surgery, hospitalization, and end-of-life care. You'll work closely with a team of experienced doctors, credentialed technicians, and support staff who prioritize teamwork and accountability. The role is open to both experienced veterinarians and early career DVMs seeking mentorship, with a structured training program and access to professional development resources. Visiting specialists provide echocardiography and advanced ultrasound services to support complex cases.

Practice Details

The hospital is a modern, well-equipped facility featuring advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, including in-house laboratory, digital imaging, surgical suite, and hospitalization areas. The hospital is supported by a nearby general practice sister clinic (a 6-doctor, fully staffed hospital located 20 minutes away), allowing for seamless collaboration and continuity of care. With 25 credentialed technicians across both locations, the hospital maintains a strong support infrastructure that enables veterinarians to focus on delivering top-tier medicine. The practice culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and learning-driven, with a deep commitment to professional growth, wellbeing, and teamwork.

Team

You’ll join a team of five emergency veterinarians supported by an experienced and dedicated group of technicians, assistants, and client service representatives. The practice also benefits from a tenured ER Practice Manager and a highly skilled nursing team. The environment encourages open communication, shared learning, and mentorship, creating an ideal setting for both seasoned emergency clinicians and those looking to expand their ER experience.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so