Veterinary Criticalist — ICU Leader in 24/7 Collaborative Care

Philadelphia Animal Specialty and Emergency; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia Animal Specialty and Emergency (PASE) in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a board-certified or residency-eligible Critical Care clinician to join our ICU team. You will work with experienced colleagues in a patient-focused environment, leading ICU staff and coordinating with ER doctors and referring veterinarians.

The role offers a collaborative culture, in-house diagnostics, ongoing teaching opportunities, and a production-based bonus.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Emergency and Critical Care or completion of an approved critical care residency with eligibility for board certification.
• Pennsylvania veterinary license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain one before your start date.
• High standards of medicine and adherence to the veterinary code of ethics.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including with clients facing difficult decisions.
• A collaborative, adaptable approach to teamwork in a fast-paced ICU.
• Availability for full-time, in-person work in Philadelphia, PA, including a share of holiday coverage.

Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill and post-operative patients in our ICU, including those transferred from our ER, specialty services, and referring hospitals
• Partner with our ER doctors, specialists, and referring veterinarians to coordinate comprehensive care
• Lead and teach your ICU technician team, and communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners during difficult decisions
• Contribute to protocols, education, and the continued growth of the Critical Care service

Skills

Board certification in Emergency and 3

Pennsylvania veterinary license

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

In-person calendar availability

Job description

Philadelphia Animal Specialty and Emergency (PASE) in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a board-certified or residency-eligible Critical Care clinician to join our ICU team. You will work with experienced colleagues in a patient-focused environment, leading ICU staff and coordinating with ER doctors and referring veterinarians.

The role offers a collaborative culture, in-house diagnostics, ongoing teaching opportunities, and a production-based bonus.