Emergency Veterinarian - Ethos ER Immerse Mentorship Program

American Veterinary Medical Association; Virginia; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 days PTO

CE allowance

Paid licensure/DEAs/PLIT

Professional dues

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health’s ER Immerse Mentorship Program in Richmond, VA offers a 6-month training track designed to prepare veterinarians for a career in emergency medicine. The program provides a structured curriculum with mentorship, rotations through specialty services, and a pathway to an ER clinician role within the Virginia Veterinary Centers network.

The program emphasizes a collaborative team environment, ongoing professional development, and a commitment to work-life balance.

Job description

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian - Ethos ER Immerse Mentorship Program - Richmond, VA (Short Pump)

Virginia Veterinary Centers - Short Pump is seeking veterinarians passionate about working in emergency medicine for our 6-month training and mentorship program. We are looking for individuals who are team oriented, driven, reflective, and reliable to train with us and transition into an ER position at Virginia Veterinary Centers - Short Pump and Virginia Veterinary Centers - Midlothian.

Virginia Veterinary Centers is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and their families. We prioritize work/life balance, foster a supportive and collaborative environment, and encourage the pursuit of individual professional interests within our team.

Short Pump Location:

Our 32,000 sq. ft. emergency & specialty hospital is conveniently located in Gateway Square Plaza, just a 20-minute drive from downtown! Here you will enjoy collaborating with a large team of ER veterinarians, as well as specialists in Surgery, ECC, Medical Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Neurology, and Dentistry. Our state-of-the-art facility features on-site CT, remote MRI capabilities, endoscopy, ultrasound, and more.

Mentorship will be centered at our Short Pump location and include rotations through several of our specialty services.

Benefits and Rewards:

We recognize and reward dedication and hard work. Our compensation package includes:

• $140k base salary with 23% production and no negative accrual! (after mentorship period)
• 12 days PTO
• Generous yearly CE allowance
• Paid State and DEA licensure, PLIT, and professional dues

About Our Location:

Richmond, Virginia, boasts a rich historical legacy intertwined with a thriving culinary scene and vibrant arts community. From farm-to-table dining to a robust art scene and a bustling downtown area, Richmond has earned its reputation as one of the best places to live on the East Coast.

Located just 15 miles west of downtown Richmond, Short Pump is a thriving suburban community known for its excellent quality of life, family-friendly neighborhoods, and abundant amenities. This bustling area has grown into a major shopping and entertainment hub, centered around the popular Short Pump Town Center, which features upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Short Pump is also home to beautiful parks, highly rated schools, and a variety of recreational opportunities, making it a desirable place to live and work.

The Ethos ER Immerse Training Program:

The ER Immerse Program will prepare veterinarians for a sustainable and satisfying career in emergency medicine. Built from the ground up to be different than traditional rotating internship programs, the ERi program has been developed around a curriculum of core competencies essential for an emergency veterinarian. In addition to providing training around clinical knowledge and skills, the program also includes a focus on client and team member communication, professional skills, and life/work integration.

The ER Immerse program utilizes a hybrid training approach incorporating simulation-based didactic components into authentic training experiences with live patients. The curriculum is designed using an evidence-based strategy identifying competencies and skills deemed essential for a successful career as an emergency clinician.

Program Duration/Commitment

• 6 month training program beginning June or July 2027
• 2 year commitment as an ER clinician at VVC following training

Work authorization in the United States is a requirement for the position. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the company, but candidates eligible for TN status may be considered.

Location

• Virginia Veterinary Centers: 4300 Greybull Drive, Henrico, VA 23233 and 12077 Hull Street Road, Midlothian, VA 23112

Program Highlights

• Rotate with other specialty services during the training program
• Surgical training optional
• Always work with a dedicated mentor on shifts
• No on-call
• Competency-based curriculum that includes asynchronous learning on Vetbloom and weekly live virtual didactic rounds
• Regular live continuing education events led by specialists and experienced emergency doctors

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.