ER Veterinarian – Cary, NC

Desort; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Relocation assistance

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid family leave

Continuing education allowance

401(k) with company match

Pet care benefits

Mentorship and professional dev.

Access to advanced diagnostics

Job summary

Desort seeks an Emergency Veterinarian in Cary, NC to provide high-quality care for urgent and critical cases. Join a collaborative practice with access to advanced diagnostics, mentorship, and opportunities to expand clinical expertise.

This role offers growth through ongoing education, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team focused on compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility to obtain license in the applicable state.
• Strong interest in emergency medicine.
• Ability to manage a broad range of challenging cases.
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Triage and evaluate small animal emergency cases.
• Diagnose and manage critical and walk-in cases.
• Develop treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize patients.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment when appropriate.
• Communicate with pet owners regarding diagnoses, options, costs and progress.
• Coordinate transfers and collaborate with specialty teams when needed.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Develop relationships with referring veterinarians and staff.
• Collaborate with technicians, assistants and other medical staff during care.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development.

Skills

DVM or equivalent

Active veterinary license

Emergency medicine

Team-oriented

Excellent communication

Education

DVM degree

Job description

ER Veterinarian – Cary, NC

A progressive veterinary practice is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to provide high-quality care for patients presenting with urgent and critical medical needs. This role offers the opportunity to manage a broad range of emergency cases in a collaborative environment with access to advanced diagnostics, specialty support, and experienced veterinary professionals. The practice supports professional growth through mentorship, continuing education, and opportunities to expand clinical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Triage and evaluate small animal patients presenting with emergency and urgent conditions.
• Diagnose and manage critical, complex, and walk-in cases.
• Develop appropriate treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
• Perform emergency procedures and provide stabilization and ongoing care.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment when appropriate.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options, costs, and patient progress.
• Coordinate case transfers and collaborate with specialty teams when additional expertise is required.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Develop positive relationships with referring veterinarians and members of the veterinary community.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, assistants, specialists, and other medical staff.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development.
• Contribute to a positive, patient-focused clinical environment.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility to obtain a license in the applicable state.
• Strong interest in emergency medicine.
• Ability to manage a broad range of challenging cases.
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with production incentives.
• Bonus opportunity.
• Relocation assistance.
• Generous paid time off with accrual beginning upon employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FSA/HSA options.
• Paid family leave.
• Continuing education allowance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Pet care benefits.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Access to advanced diagnostic and treatment resources.
• Collaboration with veterinary specialists.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.