Veterinarian - Criticalist

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

Portland (ME)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Continuing Education allowances

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Safe Harbor 401k with 4% match

Company paid life insurance

Paid liability insurance

Job summary

A leading veterinary specialty center in Portland, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Criticalist. The successful candidate will provide critical care to patients, utilizing advanced technologies and collaborating with a talented multi-disciplinary team. This role offers generous PTO, competitive salaries, and the chance to work in a new, state-of-the-art facility. With a commitment to work-life balance and professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their veterinary career and make a difference in animal health.

Qualifications

Must have a veterinary degree and be residency-trained or board-certified.
Experience in emergency and critical care is essential.
Proficient in the use of modern veterinary technologies.

Responsibilities

Provide emergency and critical care to animal patients.
Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and technologies.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Veterinary expertise

Emergency care

Critical care

Use of medical technology

Education

Veterinary degree

Residency training or board certification

Tools

Color-flow ultrasounds

Digital radiography

CT scanner

MRI

Job description

Are you a compassionate and skilled veterinarian seeking a challenging yet rewarding career opportunity? Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care in Portland, Maine is seeking a residency-trained or board-certified Veterinary Criticalist to join our dynamic team.

PVESC, situated in the heart of Portland, Maine, at the vibrant core of New England, has dedicated over 30 years to serving the community. Portland, Maine has been voted one of the “Top Ten Places to Live” by TripAdvisor. You will have ample time off to enjoy the coastline, islands, mountains, a working waterfront, art, 5-star restaurants, microbreweries, wineries, concerts, opera, theatre, and professional sports teams. It is a fabulous place to enjoy a work-life balance and family life! At our practice, we are committed to providing exceptional veterinary care and compassion to pets and their owners. Our facility is staffed by a team of talented professionals who are passionate about animal health and well-being. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged.

Join our dynamic team as a Criticalist who employs your expertise in emergency and critical care to provide top-notch medical care to our patients in their most vulnerable moments, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes. Our hospital is equipped with color-flow ultrasounds, endoscopy, digital radiography, a full on-site laboratory, cold laser, PulseVet shockwave, PRP & stem cell therapy, CT scanner, and MRI, in addition to a full array of critical care services and monitoring modalities, including high flow O2 and telemetry.

Join our team now and help us transition into our NEW cutting-edge 42,000 sq ft hospital set to open in late 2026, where you'll have the unique opportunity to work with an incredibly talented team and best-in-class technology, to shape the future of veterinary medicine in our community. This is your chance to be at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Be part of something extraordinary as we set new standards in patient care, technology, and client service, revolutionizing the way we approach veterinary healthcare.

Why PVESC?