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Posted August 20, 2026

Emergency Veterinarian

Virginia Veterinary Specialty and Emergency
Charlottesville, VA, US Full Time
190000USD - 250000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description
Description
Job details

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, we encourage you to apply today.

Join Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency and make a difference when pets need it most.

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