Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join a sophisticated emergency and specialty veterinary hospital offering a stimulating caseload and exceptional clinical resources. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a confident practitioner who enjoys managing urgent medical presentations, stabilising critically ill patients and making informed treatment decisions in a fast-paced environment. The position offers close collaboration with specialist clinicians, including cardiology and surgical professionals, while providing access to advanced diagnostic equipment and a highly experienced veterinary technical team.
The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive clinical setting that encourages professional independence, collaborative case management and continued learning. With on-call surgical expertise available, emergency clinicians can concentrate on medical emergencies and critical patient management without routine surgical obligations. Advanced facilities include CT imaging, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, ultrasound, digital radiography and comprehensive laboratory testing, creating excellent opportunities to strengthen emergency medicine capabilities.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Evaluating emergency presentations and developing appropriate diagnostic and stabilisation strategies.
- Managing hospitalised patients through ongoing monitoring, treatment adjustments and clinical reassessments.
- Communicating treatment recommendations and expected outcomes clearly to pet owners.
- Coordinating patient care with specialist veterinarians and experienced veterinary technicians.
- Maintaining thorough clinical records and ensuring appropriate prescribing and medication management practices.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised DVM or VMD degree with an active veterinary licence in Florida.
- At least one year of professional experience in emergency veterinary medicine.
- Current DEA registration or the ability to obtain and maintain the required authorisation.
- Strong diagnostic judgement and confidence in managing urgent and complex companion animal cases.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a demanding clinical environment.
Package:
- A potential signing and retention incentive package of up to $75,000, subject to individual arrangements.
- Flexible clinical scheduling with additional pay differentials for overnight and holiday shifts.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage.
- High guaranteed base earnings with production-based compensation and no negative accrual.
- Continuing education allowances and resources supporting advanced clinical development.
- Access to advanced diagnostic technology, including CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy and telemetry.
- Employer retirement contributions through a 401(k) programme.
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
- Generous veterinary healthcare discounts for employees’ pets.
- Professional collaboration with specialist clinicians and experienced emergency veterinary support staff.
