Veterinary Criticalist

Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham is expanding its 24-hour emergency and multi-specialty hospital in central Alabama. We are seeking two criticalists who share our passion for patient care and collaborative practice to build their dream service.

Our hospital features a state-of-the-art 12,000 sq ft facility with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a strong referral network across several states, and a supportive culture that prioritizes mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree required.
• Board-certified or eligible in veterinary critical care preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 critical care coverage for patients.
• Collaborate with specialists across disciplines.
• Lead ICU rounds and triage admissions.
• Mentor and support ICU staff and emergency team.

Skills

Critical care

Emergency medicine

Team player

Communication skills

Education

DVM

Job description

Job Description

Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham is looking for two criticalists who share our passion for patient care and are looking for a progressive, collaborative, and patient-centric environment to build their dream service. We are a rapidly expanding 24-hour emergency and multi-specialty hospital located in central Alabama with a wide referral base that covers multiple states. Our current services and specialties include 24/7 emergency, surgery, internal medicine, and ophthalmology.

Our new 12,000 sq ft (with room to expand) state-of-the-art hospital is fully equipped with 9 exam rooms, 3 surgery suites, a well-equipped central ICU, paperless record keeping (ezyVet EMR and Smartflow Sheet whiteboard), CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, flexible and rigid endoscopy, laparoscopy/arthroscopy, multiple full in-house IDEXX laboratory, coag and thromboelastography (TEG), oxygen generators, hospital-wide backup electrical generators, multi-parameter monitors, Ligasure, a full complement of stapling devices, central oxygen and nitrogen, central suction and anesthesia evac, doppler BP, ventilator, pleura-vac, pneumatic and battery-powered surgical equipment, and a pair of Snyder oxygen cages.

If you are a team player with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills and want to be supported in your specialty look no further. We offer a great compensation package including a competitive salary with a production bonus, a supportive work environment, a 401K, and a variety of other benefits.

Our hospital's philosophy is to provide excellent patient care through integrity, compassion, and commitment to our patients, clients and our referring veterinary community. We are dedicated to a team approach through collaboration and continued education. Learn more at https://vsbham.com/.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.