Emergency Veterinarian

Job Description Job Description Description Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (VVSE) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Emergency Veterinarian (DVM) to join our dedicated emergency team in Charlottesville, Virginia . This role is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in fast-paced emergency settings and are passionate about providing high-level care during critical moments.

This position is eligible for relocation assistance and flexible scheduling designed to support long-term sustainability in emergency medicine.
About Our Hospital VVSE provides 24/7 emergency veterinary services , including nights, weekends, and holidays— 365 days a year . Our hospital is equipped to support advanced diagnostics, surgical intervention, and critical patient management, allowing our emergency clinicians to practice at the top of their license. Fully equipped surgical suite with electrocautery and ventilator support
Digital radiography with STAT off-site board-certified consults
Bedside ultrasound and glaucoma tonometry
Comprehensive in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, clotting times, and electrolyte analysis
Blood product access for transfusions
Oxygen supplementation and electronically monitored fluid therapy

Why Emergency Veterinarians Choose VVSE Our collaborative, highly efficient emergency team prioritizes both exceptional patient outcomes and clinician well-being . You will be supported by experienced staff, streamlined workflows, and leadership that understands the demands of emergency medicine. Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 + production with no negative accrual
Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
In-clinic training, mentorship, and continuing education
Collaboration with experienced emergency and specialty veterinarians
Access to advanced diagnostics and surgical resources
A culture focused on teamwork, respect, and clinical excellence
We are seeking an Emergency Veterinarian who: Holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an accredited institution
Has prior experience in emergency medicine and emergency surgery
Thrives in a high-acuity, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills
Is passionate about delivering exceptional, compassionate emergency care

Benefits Package Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Generous PTO
Annual continuing education allowance + additional CE PTO
Paid parental leave
Professional licensure and liability coverage
401(k) with company match
Employee discounts
Student loan debt assistance
Ongoing mentorship, career development, and training programs

Charlottesville offers the perfect balance of vibrant culture, outdoor recreation, and livability , with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, a thriving food and arts scene, and a strong sense of community—making it an excellent home base for emergency veterinarians.

If you are seeking a high-impact emergency veterinarian role with advanced medicine, strong clinical support, and a sustainable schedule, we encourage you to apply today.
Join Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency and make a difference when pets need it most.