Pay
$190,000 - $250,000 a year
Job type
Full-time
Shift and schedule
- 365/24/7
- Day
- Swing
- Nights
Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency (VVSE) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Emergency Veterinarian (DVM) to join our dedicated emergency team in Charlottesville, Virginia. This role is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in fast-paced emergency settings and are passionate about providing high-level care during critical moments.
About Our Hospital
VVSE provides 24/7/365 emergency veterinary services. Our hospital is equipped to support advanced diagnostics, surgical intervention, and critical patient management, allowing our emergency clinicians to practice at the top of their license.
- Complete imaging diagnostics: digital radiography, ultrasound and CT
- Multiple fully equipped surgical suites with electrocautery, ligasure, and ventilator support
- Comprehensive in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, clotting times, and electrolyte analysis
- Blood product access for transfusions
- Multiple isolation suites
- Integrated EMR and digital treatment sheet
Why Emergency Veterinarians Choose VVSE
Our collaborative, highly efficient emergency team prioritizes both exceptional patient outcomes and clinician well-being. You will be supported by experienced staff, streamlined workflows, and leadership that understands the demands of emergency medicine.
You can expect:
- Diverse and interesting caseload
- Collaboration with experienced emergency and specialty veterinarians
- Access to advanced diagnostics and surgical resources
- A culture focused on teamwork, respect, and clinical excellence
You will be supported by:
- Experienced ER doctors
- Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, and Neurology specialty teams
- Highly skilled technicians and support staff
We are seeking an Emergency Veterinarian who:
- Holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an accredited institution
- Has prior experience in emergency medicine and emergency surgery
- Thrives in a high-acuity, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills
- Is passionate about delivering exceptional, compassionate emergency care
Benefits Package
- Competitive ProSal compensation with no negative accrual
- Signing bonus and relocation
- Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Generous PTO
- Annual continuing education allowance + additional CE PTO
- Paid parental leave
- Professional licensure and liability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee discounts
- Student loan debt assistance
- Ongoing mentorship, career development, and training programs.
Charlottesville offers the perfect balance of vibrant culture, outdoor recreation, and livability, with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, a thriving food and arts scene, and a strong sense of community—making it an excellent home base for emergency veterinarians. If you are seeking a high-impact emergency veterinarian role with advanced medicine, strong clinical support, and a sustainable schedule.
Virginia Veterinary Specialty and Emergency, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a full-service veterinary hospital providing 24/7 emergency services and advanced specialty care for dogs and cats . We partner closely with the general practice community to provide personalized, coordinated care. In addition to emergency services, we offer board-certified specialists in internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, and oncology as well as a rehabilitation department and are always looking to expand our specialty services to better serve our community's pets. From our state-of-the-art medical facility to our highly skilled team, we’re dedicated to giving your canine and feline companions the best possible care.
- DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
- Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)