Emergency Veterinarian

About the role

We’re seeking a passionate and skilled Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced ER doctor or freshly internship-trained, we welcome you to apply. At PET you’ll do more than practice—you’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape what’s possible in veterinary medicine. You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians. As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

Schedule

Full-time opportunity in Anchorage, AK. Overnight only schedule.

Location Highlight

Anchorage offers the perfect balance of adventure and urban life. With over 130 miles of trails, world-class skiing, fishing, wildlife viewing, and endless summer light, it’s a haven for outdoor lovers. At the same time, Anchorage boasts a vibrant arts and food scene, excellent schools, and a welcoming, tight-knit community. Whether you're chasing the Northern Lights in winter or kayaking with whales in the summer, your Alaskan adventure starts here.

Perks & Benefits

• Sign-on or relocation assistance – Up to 50k
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Compassionate Care Funds to support clients in need
• Membership to The Alaska Club (statewide health and wellness facilities)
• Personal pet care discounts

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).
• Experience with ultrasound or endoscopy in an emergency setting is a plus, but not required.
• 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.