Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian Opportunity

Join the dedicated team at Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas (AEHNT) in Grapevine, Texas. AEHNT is a well-established, 24/7 emergency hospital serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This fast-paced, collaborative environment offers emergency veterinarians the chance to practice high-quality medicine, manage diverse caseloads, and make a meaningful impact every shift.

As part of a multi-specialty veterinary center, AEHNT provides opportunities to collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines, encouraging clinical growth, teamwork, and advanced patient care.

We're seeking an experienced or internship-trained Emergency Veterinarian to join our overnight team. This opportunity is ideal for a confident ER clinician who enjoys managing complex emergency cases, values clinical autonomy, and is comfortable treating a variety of patients, including avian and exotic species.

Grapevine, located between Dallas and Fort Worth, offers suburban comfort, family-friendly living, and convenient access to everything the DFW Metroplex has to offer. Known for its historic downtown, wineries, restaurants, outdoor recreation, and proximity to DFW International Airport, Grapevine provides a welcoming community with plenty to explore.

Nearby communities such as Southlake, Colleyville, Flower Mound, and Keller offer additional options for housing, schools, and recreation. Whether you enjoy city amenities, outdoor activities, or a quieter suburban lifestyle, North Texas has something for everyone.

As part of Ethos Veterinary Health, eligible full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support personal well-being and professional development, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Professional liability coverage
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Access to a nationwide network of emergency and specialty veterinary professionals
• Opportunities for career growth and clinical collaboration
• Emergency surgical training and skill development, as needed

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality emergency and critical care during overnight shifts.
• Independently evaluating, diagnosing, stabilizing, and treating emergency and critically ill patients.
• Performing emergency surgical procedures during overnight and weekend shifts, with additional training available when needed.
• Assessing and providing initial emergency stabilization for avian and exotic patients, coordinating additional specialty care when appropriate.
• Developing and implementing individualized diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Managing hospitalized patients and ensuring continuity of care between shifts.
• Collaborating with veterinary specialists, technicians, and referring veterinarians to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with pet owners during stressful and often emotional situations.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and contributing to a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and excellent medicine.

Qualifications include:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary program.
• Current Texas veterinary license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• At least two years of emergency veterinary experience OR completion of a rotating internship.
• Confidence managing emergency cases independently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Willingness and ability to perform emergency surgical procedures, with training available to strengthen surgical skills as needed.
• Ability and willingness to assess and stabilize avian and exotic patients presenting on an emergency basis.
• Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• A commitment to compassionate patient care, continued professional growth, and high-quality 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