ER Veterinarian - Flexible Hours in Fast-Paced Care

Columbia Pike Animal Hospital; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Pike Animal Hospital is seeking a Full Time Emergency Veterinarian in Annandale, VA. The position requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid Virginia veterinary license. Responsibilities include performing emergency medical procedures, stabilizing critical patients, and effective communication with pet owners. Candidates should have experience in emergency veterinary medicine and the ability to work flexible hours. The role offers the chance to make life-saving interventions and significantly enhance animals' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited veterinary school.
• Valid veterinary license to practice in Virginia.
• Experience in emergency or critical care veterinary medicine.
• Strong knowledge of veterinary pharmacology, diagnostics, and surgical techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency medical and surgical procedures on animals.
• Conduct thorough physical examinations and diagnostic testing.
• Stabilize critical patients with fluid therapy and pain management.
• Communicate with pet owners about their animal’s condition.
• Collaborate with veterinary technicians to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain accurate medical records for emergency cases.
• Stay current with advances in emergency veterinary medicine.

Skills

Veterinary pharmacology

Diagnostic techniques

Surgical techniques

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Valid veterinary license in Virginia

Job description

Columbia Pike Animal Hospital is seeking a Full Time Emergency Veterinarian in Annandale, VA. The position requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid Virginia veterinary license. Responsibilities include performing emergency medical procedures, stabilizing critical patients, and effective communication with pet owners. Candidates should have experience in emergency veterinary medicine and the ability to work flexible hours. The role offers the chance to make life-saving interventions and significantly enhance animals' quality of life.