ER Veterinarian — Teaching Hospital & Advanced Care

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Bereavement leave

Pet care discounts

Job summary

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our state‑of‑the‑art emergency and specialty hospital.

We are a nonprofit teaching hospital with a collaborative culture, advanced medicine, and a commitment to the community. Our emergency doctors work with 20+ board‑certified specialists, offering opportunities for mentorship, learning, and patient care in a high‑volume critical care setting.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD from AVMA-accredited school or ECFVG certification.
• Oregon veterinary licensure or eligibility.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills in emergency medicine.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced critical care environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage, diagnostics, and medical management for a diverse emergency caseload.
• Manage patient flow across the ER and ICU alongside a skilled technician team.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans and communicate clearly with clients during critical moments.
• Collaborate with specialists to provide advanced care and facilitate patient transfers when needed.
• Build relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region.
• Contribute to a teaching environment that supports interns, residents, externs, and early-career veterinarians.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Diagnostics

Client communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our state‑of‑the‑art emergency and specialty hospital.

We are a nonprofit teaching hospital with a collaborative culture, advanced medicine, and a commitment to the community. Our emergency doctors work with 20+ board‑certified specialists, offering opportunities for mentorship, learning, and patient care in a high‑volume critical care setting.