Overnight Emergency Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Overnight Emergency Veterinarian
Austin, TX | Full-Time | Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance

A growing specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in the greater Austin area is seeking a Full-Time Overnight Emergency Veterinarian to join its collaborative ER team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys fast-paced medicine, critical thinking, complex cases, and the ability to collaborate with experienced emergency and specialty clinicians. Experienced ER veterinarians are encouraged to apply, as well as motivated general practitioners interested in transitioning into emergency medicine.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Emergency medicine is demanding, and having the right clinical support makes a difference. Veterinarians here have access to:

Experienced emergency technicians
Strong overnight clinical support
Specialty consultation and collaboration
Advanced diagnostic imaging
Surgical and critical care resources
Dedicated leadership support
A collaborative, team-oriented environment

Emergency clinicians are not expected to manage challenging cases in isolation. The hospital emphasizes communication and collaboration across emergency and specialty medicine, providing doctors with additional resources when managing complex or critical patients.

Clinical Environment

The hospital provides 24/7 emergency and critical care along with specialty services and continues to expand its clinical capabilities.

Emergency veterinarians have access to advanced diagnostic and treatment resources, including:

CT imaging
Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Fluoroscopy
Advanced oxygen therapy
In-house diagnostic capabilities
Surgical and specialty consultation

The caseload offers significant variety, from routine emergencies to complex and critically ill patients.

Schedule & Quality of Life

The hospital recognizes that a sustainable career in emergency medicine requires consistency, appropriate support, and time away from work.

Highlights include:

Consistent overnight schedule
Dedicated technician support
Collaborative ER team
Specialty backup
Focus on long-term career sustainability
Supportive leadership and team culture

What We're Looking For

DVM or VMD from an accredited institution
Current Texas veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one
Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative and compassionate approach to patient care
Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based medicine

Previous emergency experience is valued but is not necessarily required. Veterinarians with a strong GP background who are motivated to transition into emergency medicine are also encouraged to explore the opportunity.

Compensation & Benefits

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered and may include:

Competitive base salary with production opportunity
No negative accrual
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
CE allowance and CE days
Professional dues and licensing coverage
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development support
Employee pet care benefits
Mental health and wellness resources

Why Austin?

Austin offers a combination of career opportunity and quality of life, with access to the Texas Hill Country, outdoor recreation, lakes, restaurants, live music, and numerous surrounding communities. Texas also has no individual state income tax.

This is an opportunity to practice high-level emergency medicine in an environment where collaboration, clinical autonomy, and physician support are priorities.

If you're an experienced ER veterinarian—or a GP veterinarian interested in making the transition into emergency medicine—we'd welcome a confidential conversation.