Veterinary Criticalist

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 growing Critical Care team in Frisco, Texas. You’ll join an established Critical Care service alongside an additional board-certified Criticalist and an experienced Emergency team, providing advanced care for complex and critically ill patients.

NDVESH is a brand-new, 13,000+ sq. ft. emergency and specialty hospital designed around advanced medicine and collaborative patient care. The hospital features a dedicated critical care/ICU with a separate feline ward, 6+ private exam rooms, two advanced surgical suites, in-house laboratory and pharmacy, a 32-slice CT, diagnostic ultrasound, and on-site endoscopy and dialysis.

Our Critical Care service manages a diverse range of complex cases and has access to advanced therapies including mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, blood transfusion, vasopressor therapy, hemodialysis, extracorporeal therapies, and advanced diagnostic imaging. You’ll work closely with Emergency, Surgery, and Nephrology & Urology to provide comprehensive care for critically ill patients.

At North Dallas Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, you’ll do more than practice. You’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future of Critical Care at a growing hospital while building a service that reflects your expertise and clinical interests.

You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Location Highlight

Frisco offers the energy of a rapidly growing North Texas community with easy access to everything the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex has to offer. Enjoy a thriving dining and entertainment scene, professional sports, excellent parks and trails, and convenient access to Dallas while living in a community known for its strong quality of life.

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

• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• 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.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Emergency and Critical Care or Residency Trained in Emergency and Critical Care.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos , this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.