Veterinary Criticalist

Easterncarolinavet; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on/relocation assistance

CE allowance

Professional development support

Job summary

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Referral, the only 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital in coastal North Carolina, seeks a board-certified or board-eligible Internist to join our growing Wilmington team. Work with experienced clinicians in a high-volume setting equipped with advanced diagnostics and a strong commitment to exceptional patient care and client communication.

As part of Ethos, your voice and growth matter.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for state veterinary licensure in North Carolina.
• Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or Residency Trained in Emergency & Critical Care.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients, providing advanced critical care, triage, stabilization, and ongoing treatment for complex and life-threatening conditions.
• Partner with Emergency doctors, surgeons, internists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists for multidisciplinary care.
• Lead interdisciplinary rounds, develop clinical protocols, and support best practices and patient outcomes.
• Perform advanced critical care therapies, including mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy.
• Utilize MRI, CT, C-Arm and other imaging/treatment technologies to support decision-making.
• Provide timely, compassionate communication to pet owners during stressful decisions.
• Build relationships with referring veterinarians through consultations and updates.
• Mentor clinicians, technicians, interns, and staff while fostering teamwork and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Mentorship abilities

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

DACVECC board certification or residency trained in Emergency & Critical Care

Job description

Love the beach and specialty medicine? Eastern Carolina Veterinary Referral, the only 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital in coastal North Carolina, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Internist to join our growing team in Wilmington, NC. Work alongside experienced emergency and specialty clinicians in a collaborative, high-volume referral hospital equipped with advanced diagnostics and a strong commitment to exceptional patient care, client communication, and work-life balance.

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

Location Highlight

Wilmington is located on the southeastern coast of North Carolina and boasts multiple island beaches, a beautiful historic downtown riverfront, a thriving cultural and arts scene, great restaurants and shops, multiple craft breweries and distilleries, and numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, including biking, kayaking, surfing, boating, and fishing.

• 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:

• Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients, providing advanced critical care, triage, stabilization, and ongoing treatment for complex and life-threatening conditions.
• Partner closely with Emergency doctors, surgeons, internists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists to provide coordinated, multidisciplinary care for hospitalized patients.
• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary rounds, contribute to case discussions, and help develop clinical protocols that support best practices and exceptional patient outcomes.
• Perform advanced critical care therapies, including mechanical ventilation, high-flow oxygen therapy, and other specialized treatments based on available hospital resources and patient needs.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies, including MRI, CT, C-Arm, and other specialty resources to support critical patient management and clinical decision-making.
• Provide timely and compassionate communication to pet owners, helping them navigate complex medical decisions during stressful and emotional situations.
• Build collaborative relationships with referring veterinarians through consultation, case updates, and coordinated patient management.
• Support program growth initiatives, including development of blood bank services, residency training opportunities, clinical protocols, and other strategic Critical Care initiatives.
• Mentor emergency clinicians, technicians, interns, and support staff while fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Engage in ongoing continuing education and mentorship opportunities, including point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), echocardiography training, and other advanced Critical Care skill development.
• Contribute to a collaborative hospital culture focused on innovation, professional growth, exceptional patient care, and advancing specialty medicine.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Emergency & Critical Care (DACVECC) or Residency Trained in Emergency & 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.

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.