Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian

$100,000-$175,000 base salaries with 21%-25% production commensurate with experience

Up to $90K in total sign-on bonuses

Emergency Veterinarian Opportunity in Winchester, VA Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time Available

Why Join Valley Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center

For more than 25 years, VVERC has been a trusted name in emergency care. Valley Veterinary Emergency Hospital was born from the vision of 19 local veterinarians and in April of 1998, our doors opened.

We're deeply committed to maintaining a healthy, respectful, and fun work environment, in partnership with the Ethos Community Team. Our culture is guided by our Team Agreements, which reflect how we show up for each other every day through daily check-ins, team reflections, and making space for self-care and recognition.

Our Facility Features

• Newly renovated, bright and modern hospital
• Full surgical suite with advanced monitoring
• Diagnostic ultrasound, endoscopy, therapeutic laser
• Heska cytology
• ezyVet software

Location Highlight

Mountains, rivers, history, and charm—Winchester gives you the best of all four seasons in a friendly, affordable community. Hike Harper's Ferry, float the Potomac, explore wineries, or hit the downtown walking mall for music, food, and local shops. You'll love calling this place home.

Click here to learn more about why we love living and working in Winchester!

Perks & Benefits

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.

• $150k-$175k base salaries with 21%-25% production commensurate with experience
• Up to $90K in total sign-on bonuses
• Student loan assistance may be available for qualified candidates (part of total comp)
• No non-compete! We support your career growth, wherever it takes you.
• Work a rotating schedule that includes a full week off every month—no PTO required!
• Flexibility to enjoy work-life balance your way.

In Your Day-To-Day, You Will:

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with urgent and emergent medical conditions.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new emergency cases, triaging incoming patients, and managing hospitalized patients throughout their course of treatment.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.
• 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.
• Completion of a rotating internship or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).
• Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• 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 emergency veterinary 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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Sarah Harvey, LVT at View email address on click.appcast.io.