Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian Position at Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center (AVECCC)At AVECCC, you'll practice advanced emergency and critical care medicine in a 22,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art hospital supported by an exceptional team of emergency doctors, specialists, technicians, and critical care professionals.Our Gilbert hospital is the hub of our established internship and Emergency & Critical Care residency programs, creating an environment where education, collaboration, and continued professional growth are part of everyday practice. Weekly intern lectures, resident rounds, on-site CE, and in-depth cage-side rounds provide ongoing opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.You'll also have 24/7 consultation support from board-certified Critical Care specialists, either in person or by phone. Gilbert offers daily DACVECC coverage and multiple doctors on shift, providing exceptional collaboration and support when managing complex cases.Our team also includes an on-site social worker and a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) who leads staff training and development, helping ensure our Emergency and Critical Care DVMs have highly trained technical support.And we're growing. Due to increasing demand, AVECCC Gilbert is expanding its ICU, adding capacity and resources to provide even more lifesaving care to pets throughout the rapidly growing East and Southeast Valley.As part of Ethos Veterinary Health, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.AVECCC Gilbert provides the technology, resources, and specialty collaboration needed to manage complex emergency and critical care cases, including:ICU long-term ventilator (Servo-u)Anesthesia ventilatorHigh-flow oxygen unitPrismaFlex units for extracorporeal therapies, including CRRT and TPEElectronic treatment sheets through SmartFlowWeb-based electronic medical records through ezyVet with off-site accessibilityOn-site CT and ultrasonographyCollaboration with specialists in Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Radiology, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Dentistry, Dermatology, and OphthalmologyStrong collaboration with nearby Neurology specialistsLocated approximately 30 minutes southeast of downtown Phoenix, Gilbert combines the amenities of the Phoenix metropolitan area with a vibrant, family-friendly community. Explore the restaurants and entertainment of the walkable Heritage District, enjoy the trails and wildlife at the 110-acre Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, or take advantage of year-round outdoor recreation throughout the Valley.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.Sign on bonusCompetitive compensationRelocation assistanceNo non-competeNo negative accrual$4,500 CE allowanceTuition reimbursementCompassion Care used at your discretionPaid time offRetirement plan with 3% 401(k) matchFull access to the Ethos Journal Library with 36+ journalsReimbursement for Arizona State Veterinary LicensePaid DEA licensurePaid professional liability coverage with defensePaid VECCS, AVMA, and AzVMA membershipsPaid uniformsPaid monthly Talkspace subscriptionER ABVP Guided ProgramThe ER ABVP Guided Program offers a path that meets you where you are, allowing you to reach your emergency career goals without the need for an internship. Ideal for emergency practitioners within the Ethos network looking to deepen their expertise in emergency practice, this path allows you to stay in your current Ethos network hospital, enjoying your full wages and benefits while practicing at an Ethos hospital and pursuing board certification.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.Collaborate closely with Emergency Veterinarians, Critical Care specialists, specialty teams, technicians, assistants, and doctor assistants to provide seamless patient care.Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.Participate in a culture centered on collaboration, mentorship, education, and continuous learning.DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Arizona veterinary licensure.Completion of a rotating internship OR at least three years of emergency medicine experience.Willingness to work an overnight-only schedule.Confidence managing emergency and critical 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.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 Talent Acquisition Partner Linsey Beckner at View email address on click.appcast.io.