Veterinary Criticalist

Ethos Veterinary Health; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Tuition support

Staff pet discounts

Mentoring and development program

Job summary

Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Veterinary Criticalist to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will partner with an existing Criticalist and work closely with Emergency, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology and Imaging on a diverse caseload.

The role offers flexibility as either part-time or full-time, with a preference for 12-hour shifts, including receiving and inpatient responsibilities along with generous CE

Qualifications

• Collaborate with an existing Criticalist and multidisciplinary teams on case management.
• Support emergency critical care with a diverse caseload including advanced therapies.
• Mentor and train veterinary staff within a collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

• Partner with an existing Criticalist to deliver critical care to patients.
• Collaborate with Emergency, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology and Imaging on caseloads.
• Provide care in both receiving and inpatient roles with a well-equipped ICU service.

Job description

About the Hospital

Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center is a state‑of‑the‑art, 24‑hour emergency and specialty hospital located in Vancouver, Washington, just outside Portland, Oregon. The facility combines excellent veterinary medicine with a supportive team culture that prioritizes staff wellbeing, collaboration, and long‑term career sustainability.

Critical Care Opportunity

We are looking for a Veterinary Criticalist who values collaboration, mentorship, and a diverse caseload. In this role you will partner with an existing Criticalist and work closely with the Emergency, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology, and Imaging teams in a multidisciplinary environment. The position offers flexibility as either part‑time or full‑time, with a preference for 12‑hour shifts, and includes a combination of receiving and inpatient responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with an existing Criticalist to deliver critical care to patients.
• Collaborate with the Emergency, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology, and Imaging teams on case management.
• Support a well‑equipped emergency critical care service that includes mechanical ventilation, high‑flow oxygen therapy, therapeutic plasma exchange, hemofiltration, and in‑house laboratory services such as digital cytology and VCM.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care and mentorship of veterinary staff.
• Provide clinical support in both receiving and inpatient roles.

Benefits and Compensation

• Generous continuing education allowance.
• Competitive base salary ranging from $180,000 to $200,000.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition support for advanced training.
• Staff pet discounts.
• Strong nursing and anesthesia development program, including tuition support and mentoring.
• No Washington state income tax for WA residents.
• Ability to work from a vibrant metro area with access to outdoor recreation.

Location and Lifestyle

Vancouver, WA offers mild weather, abundant sunshine, and close proximity to the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood, the Oregon Coast, and a thriving local community of coffee roasteries and breweries. The hospital’s modern facility includes an employee garden and ample space for recreation.

Team & Community

At Pacific Northwest Pet ER & Specialty Center, the culture is built around collaboration, continuous learning, and long‑term career satisfaction. Colleagues share adventures, celebrate milestones, and support each other both inside and outside the hospital.

Contact

If you are interested in learning more, reach out to Jackie Ross at [e-mail].