Emergency Veterinary Medical Director

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Relocation

Health/Dental/Vision

CE allowance

PTO

401(k) match

Mental health support

Job summary

Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service in Pasco, WA, is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Medical Director to lead our team of emergency clinicians. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive compensation package and a rotating schedule.

Compensation includes shift pay: $1,400/day (6am–6pm), $1,400 Swing (1pm–1am), and $1,600 Night (6pm–6am), plus a Medical Director stipend of $1,400/month ($16,800/year).

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent with licensure eligibility.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead emergency veterinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent and emergent patients.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care including receiving new cases, triage, and hospitalization.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians and staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients during stressful situations.

Skills

DVM

Leadership

Emergency veterinary care

Mentorship

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Hospital Name: Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service

Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Emergency Veterinary Medical Director– Earn 300k + annually!

Shift pay plus production offered: $1,400/Day shift (6am–6pm), $1,400/Swing shift (1pm–1am), and $1,600/Night shift (6pm–6am)

Medical Director Stipend: $1,400/month ($16,800/year)
Full time opportunity in Pasco, WA
Schedule: Rotating schedule including administrative shifts

MCPES is an established hospital in Pasco, WA, has been delivering high-quality emergency care to the Tri-Cities region since 1996. As the only ER clinic within a 2–4 hour radius, we see a wide variety of cases, offering strong case continuity and outstanding earning potential. With a collaborative and compassionate team, supportive leadership, and a hospital culture nationally recognized for excellence, MCPES is redefining what it means to thrive in emergency medicine.

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Medical Directorto lead our dedicated team of emergency veterinarians. As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

With over 300 days of sunshine per year, the Tri-Cities area (Pasco, Kennewick, Richland) is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy kayaking, hiking, fishing, and access to 200+ local wineries - all in a region known for its scientific innovation, community charm, and lower cost of living.

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
• Commuter benefits, cell phone plan
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
• Veterinary-specific social worker on staff to support mental wellness

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.
• Provide clinical leadership for emergency and critical care, ensuring high quality medicine, innovation, and an exceptional client experience.
• Oversee development and maintenance of medical protocols, SOPs, patient safety standards, infection control, and medical record quality.
• Partner with the Hospital Director on patient safety concerns, quality improvement initiatives, and hospital strategy, growth, and service expansion.
• Mentor, coach, and develop DVMs and clinical staff through feedback, performance management, and structured development opportunities.
• Support recruitment, engagement, and retention of veterinarians while fostering a collaborative, psychologically safe team culture.
• Participate in and support mentorship programs, including new graduate and ER development initiatives.
• Ensure timely and professional resolution of client and RDVM concerns while strengthening referral relationships.
• Lead doctor meetings and hospital-wide communication to promote transparency, alignment, and engagement.
• Collaborate on operational priorities including budgeting, equipment planning, regulatory compliance, and controlled substances management.
• Represent the hospital in leadership forums and contribute to broader organizational initiatives.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• The ideal candidate will have strong surgical skills, a commitment to mentorship, and a desire to grow or step into a leadership role that shapes the future of emergency veterinary care at MCPES.
• 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.