Emergency Veterinarian

At Five Rivers Pet Emergency, we are proudly privately and locally owned. Free from corporate constraints and distant decision-makers, our hospital is driven entirely by quality medicine, client trust, and team well-being. We firmly believe high-stakes emergency medicine is best practiced in a supportive, upbeat, and healthy work culture where doctors are excited to learn, teach, and practice top-tier clinical care. Whether you are an experienced emergency clinician looking for a collaborative home, a relief doctor seeking new opportunities, or a motivated doctor looking to build confidence in ER, we welcome doctors who bring enthusiasm, a growth mindset, and a commitment to a positive team environment. Why practice with us? Private ownership and clinical autonomy: Practice medicine tailored to the patient and client, supported by local ownership that invests directly in the team and facility. Mentorship and surgical opportunities: From complex medical workups to emergency procedures and soft-tissue surgeries (GDV, splenectomies, pyometras, enterotomies), we offer dedicated mentorship and room to expand your surgical and critical care skills at your own pace. Culture of mutual learning: We love doctors who are eager to learn and excited to teach. We foster an environment of shared knowledge, open case discussions, and continuous growth across our entire medical team. Upbeat, positive culture: ER medicine is fast-paced, but our floor is grounded in mutual respect, zero-drama teamwork, and a supportive atmosphere where you never feel isolated on shift. Strong nursing support: Work alongside cross-trained Technicians and Assistants proficient in triage, ICU management, anesthesia monitoring, and CPR. Schedule and shift flexibility Because emergency medicine operates 24/7/365, reliability and flexibility are key to our operation. We offer flexible scheduling options to support healthy work-life balance for our clinicians: Options available for Full-Time, Part-Time, and Relief shifts (including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays). Proactive shift planning to ensure fair rotation and dedicated time off to rest and recharge. Core responsibilities Emergency medicine and critical care: Manage a diverse and fast-paced caseload ranging from outpatient urgent care to critical life-support and shock stabilization. Surgical and diagnostic intervention: Perform emergency surgical procedures, sedated interventions, and diagnostic workups (point-of-care ultrasound, digital radiography, in-house laboratory suite). Collaborative leadership: Work closely with cross-trained medical technicians and assistants, delegating floor tasks effectively while guiding the clinical team with clarity and composure. Client and referring DVM communication: Provide compassionate, empathetic communication to pet owners during high-stress moments and maintain strong relationships with local primary care veterinarians. Degree and licensure: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent, with an active state veterinary license in good standing. Experience level: Open to experienced ER clinicians, internship-trained doctors, or motivated general practitioners eager to transition into emergency medicine with structured support and mentorship. Clinical skills: Proficiency (or eagerness to develop proficiency under mentorship) in emergency triage, stabilization, critical care, and soft-tissue emergency surgery. Mindset and fit: A positive, collaborative attitude, strong communication skills, and a desire to contribute to a healthy, team-first hospital culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr