Emergency Veterinarian — Fast-Paced Care, Collaborative Team

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Poulsbo (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus or relocation assistance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

CE allowance and professional develop.

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Ethos in Poulsbo, WA, is seeking a DVM for an emergency veterinarian role at Animal Emergency & Specialty Center. The hospital offers a base salary of $130-150k plus production, a full-time position on a rotating schedule, and a collaborative environment focused on high-quality care.

The team emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and delivering exceptional patient care with state-of-the-art facilities and a strong community presence on the Kitsap Peninsula.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new emergency cases, triaging incoming patients, and managing hospitalized patients.
• 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.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Rotating internship or emergency experience

Job description

Hospital Name: Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Poulsbo

Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Base salary $130-150k + Production
Full-time opportunity in Poulsbo, WA
Schedule: Rotating Schedule

At AESC you’ll do more than practice—you’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine.

Located in the scenic waterfront town of Poulsbo, WA, is housed in a brand-new, 12,000 sq ft hospital—and we’re growing our emergency team! Our facility is Fear Free focused and features 10 exam rooms, 3 surgical suites, a cat ward, 2 isolation rooms, comfort room, and top-tier equipment including CT, X-ray, Snyder oxygen cages, and a blood gas machine. Our team is deeply committed to high-quality medicine, exceptional client service, and fostering a collaborative, supportive culture built on kindness and mutual respect.

You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

To learn more about what matters to us and meet the team, click here .

Location Highlight

Situated on the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula , Poulsbo offers a charming small-town vibe with great restaurants, boutiques, and a vibrant marina. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy kayaking, hiking, boating, skiing, and exploring nearby natural wonders like Mt. Rainier, Olympic National Park, and the Puget Sound. Plus, you're just a scenic 40-minute ferry ride from downtown Seattle!

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 - Production bonus-eligible based on collections and eligibility criteria

· Sign-on or relocation assistance

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· CE allowance and professional development support

· Paid time off

· Retirement savings options

· Employee assistance programs

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.

· Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new emergency cases, triaging incoming patients, and managing hospitalized patients throughout their course of treatment.

· 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.

· Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

· DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.

· Completion of a rotating internship or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).

· 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.

· A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing emergency veterinary medicine.

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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Brianna Huff at [e-mail].