Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian Opportunity in Asheville, NC Schedule: Full Time Rotating

Why Join South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty

Our newly expanded, AAHA accredited, 28,369 sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital allows us to meet the growing needs of our loyal referral community. At SAVES, you'll collaborate with a well-rounded team of 7 emergency doctors and specialists in critical care, surgery, and internal medicine. Our well-trained and cohesively utilized support staff includes two technicians who are VTS credentialed in ECC! We pride ourselves on fostering a collegial, team-oriented environment that values your input, sense of humor, and dedication. Our team values support from a dedicated referral relationship manager and marketing manager to enhance awareness of the SAVES brand within the referral and pet-owner communities.

Advanced Technology at Your Fingertips:

• Advanced imaging technology, including the Optima CT520 and GE 1.5T MRI.
• Three Phillips EPIQ5 ultrasound machines with exams conducted by a human-trained Ultrasound Sonographer, supported by Board-Certified Radiologist Review.
• I-Stat point-of-care blood analyzers for immediate diagnostics.
• Two digital radiography systems for precision imaging.
• Comprehensive benchtop in-hospital lab systems and access to Lacuna Digital Cytology for fast and accurate diagnostic support.
• Olympus 180 gastroscopes, including one scope dedicated exclusively to emergency use.
• Dedicated spaces for chemotherapy preparation and administration in a USP 800-compliant facility.

Location Highlight

Experience the charm of Asheville, a vibrant mountain city known for its resilient spirit, thriving community, and commitment to rebuilding even stronger. Nestled along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville offers breathtaking hiking, a nationally recognized food scene with 12 James Beard-nominated restaurants, and a lively, dog-friendly brewery culture. Blending rich Appalachian heritage with modern amenities, Asheville is an inspiring place to build both your career and your life.

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.

• A competitive draw based salary with 25% production
• 4 weeks PTO
• 4 paid CE days and a $3000 yearly CE allowance
• Paid state and DEA licensures, and professional liability insurance
• Dedicated hospitalist and receiving shift options
• No ER non-compete
• Advanced training opportunities within emergency soft tissue surgery and endoscopy

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.