Emergency Veterinarian - Fast-Paced Care & Schedule

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary 160k

Production bonus

CE budget 3500

PTO 12 days

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Wilmington, NC is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to deliver high-quality emergency care to a diverse caseload of companion animals. This full-time role features a 160k base salary with 25% production, a strong CE budget, and a supportive, team-focused hospital culture.

Join a busy, expanding referral practice with access to in-house diagnostics, MRI, and collaborative specialists, and a focus on work-life balance within a welcoming team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of emergency experience or internship training (preferred).
• Surgical proficiency 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 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.

Skills

Emergency experience

Team oriented

Client communication

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health in Wilmington, NC is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to deliver high-quality emergency care to a diverse caseload of companion animals. This full-time role features a 160k base salary with 25% production, a strong CE budget, and a supportive, team-focused hospital culture.

Join a busy, expanding referral practice with access to in-house diagnostics, MRI, and collaborative specialists, and a focus on work-life balance within a welcoming team.