Emergency Veterinarian - Oklahoma City, OK

Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA

401(k) with employer match

Student Loan Assistance Program - up $

Continuing Education allowance

Paid licensing, DEA registration, and/

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our 14k sq ft hybrid/full-service small animal hospital. We offer a collaborative team, mentorship, diverse cases, advanced diagnostics, and a strong focus on emergency and critical care.

Qualified candidates hold a DVM/VMD and Oklahoma license, with emergency experience preferred. Competitive compensation with a sign-on bonus and relocation support, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree required and Oklahoma license (or eligible).
• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine preferred.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Strong clinical judgment and medical decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to teamwork and exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency veterinary care.
• Collaborate with experienced clinicians and specialists.
• Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Education

DVM or VMD

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian - Oklahoma City, OK

Application Deadline: 1 July 2027

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Compensation: $115,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

Are you an Emergency Veterinarian looking for a collaborative, high-performing hospital where you can practice exceptional medicine alongside experienced emergency clinicians and specialists? We are growing and seeking a compassionate, motivated ER Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our exceptional team.

Whether you're an experienced emergency clinician or a veterinarian looking to transition into emergency medicine, you'll find outstanding mentorship, a diverse caseload, and opportunities to expand your skills while making a meaningful impact on pets and their families.

Why Choose Our Hospital?

At our hospital, you'll practice advanced medicine in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, learning, and innovation.

Our hospital offers:

• Collaborative team of experienced Emergency & Critical Care veterinarians and specialists
• Diverse caseload including emergency, critical care, exotics, and general practice
• Advanced diagnostics and modern medical equipment
• Strong culture of mentorship and clinical collaboration
• Opportunities to expand your emergency and critical care skills
• Research-focused environment with participation in published veterinary studies, including:
  • Snakebite research in collaboration with the University of Tennessee
  • Cancer research in collaboration with Oklahoma State University

If you're passionate about emergency medicine, you'll enjoy the challenge of complex cases while working alongside talented clinicians who genuinely enjoy supporting one another.

Why Live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Oklahoma City offers the perfect balance of affordability, career opportunity, and quality of life.

Enjoy:

• Affordable cost of living compared to many major metropolitan areas
• Vibrant downtown with award-winning restaurants, breweries, and entertainment
• Home of the NBA's Oklahoma City Thunder
• Beautiful lakes, rivers, parks, and outdoor recreation
• Hiking, camping, boating, kayaking, and water sports nearby
• Family-friendly neighborhoods with excellent schools
• Convenient airport with easy travel throughout the U.S.
• Whether you're relocating or already call Oklahoma home, Oklahoma City provides an outstanding place to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Competitive Veterinarian Compensation & Benefits

We recognize the value experienced emergency veterinarians bring to our team and offer an outstanding compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive ProSal compensation with No Negative Accrual
• Up to $50,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced Emergency Veterinarians
• Relocation assistance available
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Student Loan Assistance Program - up to $20,000 annually for four years for eligible early-career veterinarians
• $2,500 annual Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE days
• Paid licensing, DEA registration, and AVMA membership dues
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Comprehensive wellness benefits including Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness

As part of Innovetive Petcare, you'll have access to industry-leading professional development opportunities designed to help you grow throughout your career.

Training opportunities include:

• Global FAST Ultrasound Certification Training
• Advanced Dentistry Training with a Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist
• Leadership Development Programs and Cohorts
• Clinical mentorship and collaboration with specialists across our network

We're seeking veterinarians who are passionate about emergency medicine and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree
• Active veterinary license (or ability to become licensed) in Oklahoma
• Experience practicing emergency veterinary medicine preferred
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Strong clinical judgment and medical decision-making abilities
• Commitment to teamwork and exceptional patient care

If you're searching for an Emergency Veterinarian job in Oklahoma City, an ER Veterinarian position with a sign-on bonus, or an opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists while advancing your emergency medicine career, we'd love to meet you.

About Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral

Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral is a 14k square foot, hybrid/full-service small animal veterinary hospital, serving the Oklahoma City community. We have a collaborative team of DVMs, including multiple specialists (Surgery, ABVP), Rotating Small Animal Interns, and experienced knowledgeable support staff members. We have nine exam rooms, a double surgery suite, a full in-house lab, u/s, radiology, a fully staffed 24/7 ICU, and the only pet-specific Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber in Oklahoma.

Our goal is to provide the care and facilities necessary to make sure that the pets entrusted to us live long and healthy life, as pain-free and as comfortably as possible. We accomplish this by employing only an empathetic, respectful, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff, maintaining a state-of-the-art, clean and comfortable hospital, utilizing cutting-edge technology and preventative health care plans, and always putting the health and comfort of the pet first above all else.

At Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral, your pet has access to the greatest variety and most advanced medical services and procedures available in the state, as well as collaborative and hands-on mentorship. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Red Plains Veterinary Emergency + Referral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.