Veterinary Critical Care Lead - Advanced ICU and Mentorship

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

CE allowance

Job summary

North Dallas Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NDVESH) is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Criticalist to join our Critical Care team in Frisco, Texas. You’ll work with an established Critical Care service alongside another board-certified Criticalist and an experienced Emergency team, delivering advanced care for complex cases. NDVESH is a brand-new, 13,000+ sq.

ft. facility featuring an ICU, CT, ultrasound, in-house lab and pharmacy, endoscopy, and dialysis

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Emergency and Critical Care or residency training.
• Strong communication and teamwork mindset.
• Commitment to continuous learning and specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care for complex, unstable, and life-threatening cases in collaboration with the Emergency and Critical Care teams.
• Manage patients requiring advanced therapies including mechanical ventilation, high-flow oxygen, transfusion support, vasopressor therapy, and extracorporeal therapies.
• Utilize advanced diagnostics including CT, diagnostic ultrasound, endoscopy, and in-house laboratory capabilities to guide patient care.
• Collaborate closely with Emergency, Surgery, Nephrology & Urology, and other clinical services to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Support and mentor the Critical Care team while contributing to a collaborative, learning-focused environment.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians through communication, consultation, and continuing education.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Skills

Critical care

Emergency medicine

Communication

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

North Dallas Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NDVESH) is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Criticalist to join our Critical Care team in Frisco, Texas. You’ll work with an established Critical Care service alongside another board-certified Criticalist and an experienced Emergency team, delivering advanced care for complex cases. NDVESH is a brand-new, 13,000+ sq.

ft. facility featuring an ICU, CT, ultrasound, in-house lab and pharmacy, endoscopy, and dialysis