Locum Veterinary Criticalist — Advanced ICU Care

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC seeks a Veterinary Criticalist for a locum role. The hospital offers cutting-edge facilities, a dedicated neurology suite, MRI and CT imaging, and a collaborative team focused on advanced critical care.

The ideal candidate will hold a DVM or equivalent, be eligible for state licensure, and preferably have Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or be residency-trained.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with clients and team members.
• Collaborative mindset for multidisciplinary care.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and education.
• Mentorship of emergency clinicians and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients with advanced critical care.
• Collaborate with emergency doctors, surgeons, internists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists.
• Lead interdisciplinary rounds and help develop clinical protocols.
• Provide advanced critical care therapies and use MRI/CT resources when available.
• Communicate compassionately with pet owners navigating difficult medical decisions.
• Build relationships with referring veterinarians for coordinated care.
• Support program growth, including blood bank services and residency opportunities.
• Mentor staff to foster teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Engage in continuing education opportunities including POCUS and echocardiography.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Mentorship

Continuing education

Education

DVM or equivalent

DACVECC board certification or residency

Job description

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC seeks a Veterinary Criticalist for a locum role. The hospital offers cutting-edge facilities, a dedicated neurology suite, MRI and CT imaging, and a collaborative team focused on advanced critical care.

The ideal candidate will hold a DVM or equivalent, be eligible for state licensure, and preferably have Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or be residency-trained.