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.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Sarah Harvey, LVT at View email address on nva.avature.net.