Veterinary Criticalist
About the role
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Criticalist looking for a fulfilling role alongside an exceptional emergency team? At AESC, we’re more than just a hospital — we’re a community of professionals who love what we do, support one another, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in emergency veterinary care. We are currently seeking a board-certified (or board-eligible) Veterinary Criticalist – Hospitalist to join our team in a flexible, daytime-only role. This is an opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative, well-supported, and ever-evolving environment.
- Specialty Support You Can Count On: direct access to internal medicine (Dr. Jared Williams, DACVIM), orthopedic and soft tissue surgery (Dr. Mark Sharp, DVM), advanced dental care (Dr. Winter, board‑certified veterinary dentist), ophthalmology (Dr. Hodgson, DVM), on‑site MRI and CT capabilities.
- Home to Arkansas’s First and Only Veterinary Blood Bank: in‑house Veterinary Blood Bank‑ The Animal Blood Bank of NWA supplies plasma and packed red blood cells to patients and clinics throughout Northwest Arkansas and the Alliance network; immediate access to lifesaving transfusion products.
- K9 Trauma Response Program: training local K9 police units in field trauma response and supplying complete trauma kits.
- A Strong, Skilled Support Team: large team of dedicated Certified Veterinary Technicians, multiple CVTs pursuing ECC certification; cohesive, highly trained staff.
- Community‑Centered and Mission‑Driven: deep engagement with local rescues, shelters, and community outreach.
Responsibilities
We’re looking for a Criticalist who is confident managing hospitalized patients and critical care cases in a busy emergency setting. Strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a collaborative spirit are key.
Schedule
- Flexible daytime schedule with limited weekends