Emergency Veterinarian

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian


$225,000/25% production, no negative accrual
Emergency Veterinarian Opportunity in Alpharetta, GA
Schedule: Full-Time, overnights


Why Join Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty & Emergency


Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency (AVSE) is seeking a Full-Time Overnight Emergency Veterinarian to join our rapidly growing team in the Atlanta metro area. This is an exciting opportunity to practice high-quality emergency medicine in a newly built, state-of-the-art hospital alongside an exceptional team of specialists and emergency clinicians.


AVSE is a state of the art 20,500-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital offering Emergency, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, and Ophthalmology services to the pets and families of Alpharetta and surrounding communities.


Supported by Ethos Veterinary Health and led by an experienced Medical Director and Hospital Director, our hospital was thoughtfully designed to support excellent patient care, efficient workflows, and a positive experience for both clients and team members. As our caseload continues to grow, we are excited to add a dedicated overnight emergency veterinarian to our team.


Our Facility Features

• Five fully equipped surgical suites
• Dedicated canine and feline ICU wards
• Dedicated isolation wards
• CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, and Endoscopy
• Digital Radiology
• Thirteen exam rooms
• CUBEX mini units
• EzyVet with Smart Flow patient management system
• Spacious treatment, office, and conference areas designed for collaboration and efficiency

To learn more about what matters to us and meet the team, click here!


Location Highlight


Located in the heart of Alpharetta, AVSE is surrounded by a thriving community known for its excellent dining, shopping, entertainment, and outdoor spaces. Whether you're exploring Avalon, enjoying local parks and trails, or taking advantage of Atlanta's nearby amenities, this area offers an outstanding quality of 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.

• Base salary of $225,000 + 25% production with no negative accrual
• Competitive sign-on & retention incentive package
• Flexible scheduling options, including compressed schedules with opportunities to work three consecutive shifts and enjoy extended blocks of time off
• Three weeks PTO plus one week dedicated CE time
• $2,500 annual CE allowance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Relocation assistance available
• Licenses, dues, and uniforms covered
• Lifestyle bonus opportunities
• Employee pet discount
• Short & Long-Term Disability coverage
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• No ER non-compete
• Optional non-residency path to ABVP Board Certification through Ethos ER ABVP program

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 required (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.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.