Emergency Veterinarian - Houston, TX

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on or relocation assistance

CE allowance and professional dev.

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, TX, is seeking full or part-time emergency veterinarians to join our 24/7 ER service. Mentorship is available for experienced ER DVMs, internship-trained DVMs, or GP DVMs with an interest in emergency medicine.

We offer a collaborative, big-practice environment with advanced diagnostic capabilities and a strong focus on education and mentorship. This is a path to grow in emergency veterinary medicine within a supportive Ethos/NVA network.

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 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

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical decision-making

Mentorship mindset

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Tools

None

Job description

Hospital Name: Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

Founded in 1989, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) , is seeking full or part-time emergency veterinarians to join our growing 24/7 emergency service. We are interested in speaking with experienced ER DVMs, internship trained DVMs or GP DVMs who have an interest in emergency medicine. Mentorship is available!

What makes ER at GCVS different?

• Work/Life Balance – Tired of staying late because of administrative tasks? GCVS Emergency Veterinarians note taking.
• Collaboration – We enjoy the camaraderie between specialists that a large practice affords and support each quality veterinary medicine. We currently have specialty practices in Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Medicine and Rehabilitation, Radiation Oncology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology and Allergy, Avian and Exotics, Anesthesiology.
• Brand New Facility – Our 60,000 sq-ft hospital has a 1.5 T MRI, 64- slice CT, a Varian Halcyon radiation therapy modalities as well as an Interventional Radiology Suite.
• Education – With a focus on education, we have a large and robust intern, specialty intern, and residency abundant opportunities to interact with the general practitioners in the area through monthly rounds meetings.

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.

Location Highlight

Houston, Texas, offers an exciting blend of big-city amenities, diverse cultures, and Southern hospitality. Known for its world-class dining, professional sports, thriving arts scene, and affordable cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas, Houston has something for everyone. With beautiful suburban communities, excellent shopping, family-friendly attractions, and easy access to the Gulf Coast, Houston is a wonderful place to build a career and enjoy a great quality of life

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

• 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

ER ABVP Guided Program

The ER ABVP Guided program offers a path that meets you where you are, allowing you to reach your emergency career goals without the need for an internship. Ideal for any emergency practitioners within the Ethos network looking to deepen their expertise in emergency practice.This path lets you stay in your current Ethos network hospital, enjoying your full wages and benefits while practicing at an Ethos hospital and pursuing board certification.

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.

About Ethos Veterinary Health (Will automatically be added in Avature)

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