Emergency Veterinarian

About the Role

Full-time opportunity in Monroeville, Pennsylvania with a schedule of 12 shifts per month. At Avets, you’ll do more than practice—you’ll grow, collaborate, and help shape the future of veterinary medicine. Our mission is to provide state-of-the-art medicine and compassionate care for pets and the people who love them.

In addition to Emergency and Critical Care, we offer the following specialty services: Avian & Exotics, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Surgery, and Radioactive Iodine Therapy.

Location Highlight

Located in Monroeville, PA, Avets is just 25 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh! Pittsburgh offers the amenities and opportunities of a major metropolitan area while remaining more accessible than many comparably sized cities. Livability named Pittsburgh one of its Top 100 Best Places to Live in 2025, and Realtor.com ranked it the most affordable large housing market in the country in 2025.

The city has also earned recognition for experiences outside of work. Pittsburgh ranked No. 13 among America’s Best Foodie Cities for 2026 and No. 16 nationally in the Trust for Public Land’s 2026 ParkScore Index, with more than 93% of residents living within a walkable half mile of a park. Residents can choose from vibrant city neighborhoods, walkable boroughs, and family-friendly suburban communities. The region offers nationally recognized museums and performing arts, major-league sports, an expanding restaurant and brewery scene, extensive parks and riverfront trails, and convenient access to hiking, biking, skiing, and other four-season recreation.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (e.g., 401k or similar)
• Paid time off (including sick leave and vacation)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Competitive base salary starting at $170,000 plus a quarterly production-based bonus structure
• Sign-on, relocation, and lifestyle bonuses up to $20,000
• $CE allowance and professional development support
• Negotiable paid time off
• Access to over 50 medical journals and reimbursement of membership fees
• Yearly CE stipend and days
• Robust team of support staff, including VTS(ECC) training coordinators, Emergency Caregivers, and Emergency Caregiver Assistants
• Uniform allotment upon signing and ongoing scrub refresh program
• Discounted services for personal pets or stipends for pet insurance plans
• Benefit Hub – discounts on travel, childcare, auto and home insurance, and more
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health and wellness, financial and legal consultations, and LGBTQIA+ support
• ER ABVP Guided Program – a path to board certification in emergency practice without the need for an internship, allowing you to stay at your current Ethos network hospital while pursuing certification

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)
• 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

About Ethos Veterinary Health

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. Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine and help define what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day.

You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.