Avian & Exotics Veterinarian

Job Description

Avian & Exotics Veterinarian - Animal Emergency Hospital, Bel Air, MD

Animal Emergency Hospital in Bel Air, MD is excited to welcome an Avian & Exotics Veterinary Specialist to our team of dedicated emergency clinicians! This is a rare opportunity to shape and grow an exotics program within a well-established, 24-hour emergency and critical care hospital.


Why You'll Love This Role

• Build Your Vision : We have strong demand for exotics care from local primary care veterinarians and will invest in the equipment, supplies, and training you need.
• Mentorship & Collaboration : Our team includes technicians and assistants with exotics experience, plus nearby exotics specialists eager to provide mentorship.
• Variety in Your Caseload : Treat dogs, cats, and a fascinating range of exotic species.
• Wildlife & Volunteer Opportunities : Partner with local animal control for wildlife care, or volunteer at the nearby Maryland Zoo or Plumpton Park Zoo.
• Schedule Flexibility : Ideal candidates can work mid-shift or rotate overnights, but we're open to discussion.

About You

We welcome residency-trained, board-certified, or experienced exotics veterinarians (no certification required). What matters most is your skill, adaptability, and passion for elevating exotic animal care.


Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary $180,000-$200,000 (depending on experience)
• Base salary model only at start, with potential to move to ProSal in the future
• Comprehensive benefits package, CE allowance, and more

About Our Hospital

Our modern 15,000 sq ft facility offers:

• 8 exam rooms, 2 surgical suites, cat-only room, separate dog/cat isolation wards
• In-house lab, endoscopy, digital radiography, ultrasound, ventilators, oxygen cages, neonatal incubators
• ForceTriad/Ligasure surgical equipment
• Large ICU and quiet doctor's office spaces
• Spacious, organized design focused on patient, client, and team comfort
• Regular in-house CE in our conference and wet lab spaces
• Fun, team-focused culture with outings, celebrations, and Employee Pet Wellness Days

Join Us

At Animal Emergency Hospital, we're more than colleagues - we're family. We work hard, support each other, and love what we do. If you're ready to bring your avian and exotics expertise to a collaborative, well-resourced environment, we'd love to meet you.


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

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

At Ethos Veterinary Health, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @ethosvet.com or @nva.com
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.ethosvet.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Ethos Veterinary Health!

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.