Emergency Veterinarian
About the Role
As an Emergency Veterinarian at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC), you’ll be there when pets and their families need you most. You’ll see a diverse range of emergency cases, make critical decisions, perform lifesaving procedures, and work alongside a highly skilled support team to deliver exceptional patient care. You’ll also have the opportunity to become the person your clients remember as their pet’s “superhero”—the one who was there when they were scared, overwhelmed, and needed someone they could trust.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of emergency conditions, including trauma, seizures, respiratory distress, and other urgent conditions
- Perform emergency surgeries and procedures as needed
- Develop case-specific treatment plans in collaboration with the veterinary team
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and technology to make informed, timely medical decisions
- Communicate with compassion and provide clear support and guidance to pet owners
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
- Stay current on advancements in emergency veterinary medicine
- Work collaboratively with your veterinary and support teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
- Help create a positive, supportive environment for your teammates
Requirements
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program
- State veterinary license in good standing or eligibility to obtain one
- Experience in emergency or high-volume veterinary practice preferred
Qualifications
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly on your feet
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and compassionate in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate bedside manner
- Ability to build trust and strong relationships with clients—both human and furry
- A team-first attitude and willingness to collaborate with the people around you
Benefits
- Competitive compensation (depending on experience) including base and 401K match
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one
- Flexible scheduling to support your life outside of work
- Paid licensure and professional dues
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- License Renewal Fees covered
- Stipend for continuing education (CE)
- Mentorship and real career growth opportunities
- Comfy scrubs and cool EVCC swag
About EVCC
Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) was created by veterinarians, for veterinarians—and for the communities they serve. Founded by 36 local general practice veterinarians, EVCC provides trusted emergency-only care when primary care veterinarians are closed. With six locations across the Midwest and a new Kenosha location opening soon, EVCC is committed to providing compassionate, around-the-clock emergency care to pets and their families.
At EVCC, we:
- Lead with compassion
- Respect and elevate our team members
- Support each other without ego
- Communicate openly and professionally
- Believe DVMs should have a voice in the medicine they practice
- Recognize that emergency medicine is demanding and take care of our team
Whether you’re an experienced ER veterinarian or a GP looking to transition into emergency medicine, we’d love to meet you. Learn more at www.evcc.com or contact our Senior Director of Recruiting, Toby, at toby@evcc.com.