EMERGENCY VETERINARIAN - DVM

purovets; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

CE allowance

License & DEA fees paid

PTO & sick days

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Uniforms provided

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Purovets is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM) for a leading 24/7 emergency hospital in Central Florida, serving Lake Nona and Ocoee. The role features a competitive base salary of $170,000–$200,000 per year plus a monthly production bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

As part of a busy ER team, you will diagnose and treat emergency cases in dogs and cats, stabilize critical patients, perform urgent surgical procedures, and use modern diagnostics.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree and US licensure.
• At least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience.
• 2+ years of emergency/ER experience preferred.
• Strong clinical, diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and communicate clearly.
• Compassionate approach and team orientation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat emergency cases for dogs and cats.
• Stabilize critical patients.
• Manage urgent surgical cases.
• Use diagnostic equipment including X-ray, ultrasound and labs.
• Collaborate with technicians and support staff.
• Communicate with pet owners compassionately.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Stay current with emergency medicine best practices.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Clinical skills

Surgical skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Team player

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

EMERGENCY VETERINARIAN – DVM

Florida | Lake Nona & Ocoee

$170,000–$200,000 Base Salary + Monthly Production Bonus

A leading 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital in Central Florida is seeking experienced Emergency Veterinarians (DVMs) to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian looking to combine competitive six-figure compensation, flexible scheduling, modern facilities and a supportive clinical environment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$170,000–$200,000 annual base salary

Plus a comprehensive package including:

• Monthly production bonus
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• CE allowance
• License & DEA fees paid
• PTO and sick days
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Disability insurance
• Uniforms provided
• Supportive, collaborative work environment

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING

The hospital recognises that ER veterinarians value flexibility and work-life balance.

Full-time: 3 × 12-hour shifts per week

Part-time: 2 × 12-hour shifts per week

Day and night shifts available, with flexibility around rota patterns.

Different scheduling arrangements can be discussed.

THE ROLE

You'll provide emergency and urgent care for dogs and cats in a busy 24/7 emergency setting.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing and treating emergency cases
• Performing examinations and patient assessments
• Stabilising critical patients
• Managing urgent surgical cases
• Using modern diagnostic equipment including X-ray, ultrasound and laboratory services
• Working closely with veterinary technicians and support staff
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with pet owners
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Staying current with emergency medicine best practices

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate will have:

• DVM/VMD degree and appropriate US veterinary licensure
• At least 1 year of veterinary medicine experience
• 2+ years of emergency/ER experience preferred
• Strong clinical, diagnostic and surgical skills
• Confidence managing emergency and critical patients
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• A compassionate approach to clients and their pets
• A strong team-oriented mindset

A SUPPORTIVE ER ENVIRONMENT

Emergency veterinary medicine is challenging. Having the right team and clinical environment makes a difference.

This hospital is focused on transparency, empathy and exceptional patient care, while providing veterinarians with access to modern diagnostic capabilities and a collaborative support team.

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals while treating a varied emergency caseload.

LOCATION

Lake Nona & Ocoee, Florida

Located in the Orlando area, these positions offer the opportunity to build your emergency medicine career in Central Florida while benefiting from flexible scheduling and a strong compensation package.

Ready for your next ER opportunity?

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