Emergency Veterinarian Medical Director
About The Position
Animal Emergency Center of Yorktown is seeking an emergency veterinarian to help lead and develop its after-hours emergency care services. The Medical Director will provide emergency medicine to patients, guide a new team, and help shape hospital protocols and workflow while working with a skilled support team. The hospital treats small animals and some exotic pets and provides emergency and critical care, hospitalization, laser therapy, bloodwork, and most emergency surgeries. Weekday shifts run from 5:30 p.m. to 8 a.m.; day and overnight shifts are available on weekends. Candidates should be open to working nights and weekends. The position offers leadership autonomy and support, customizable compensation, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth as after-hours services expand.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
- Current DEA license or ability to obtain one upon hire.
- Active veterinary state license.
- USDA accreditation or ability to obtain it upon hire.
- Strong interest and background in emergency medicine.
- Open to working nights and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Provide emergency veterinary care to patients.
- Lead the development of the hospital’s after-hours emergency care services and team.
- Help establish hospital protocols and workflow.
- Work collaboratively with the hospital’s support team.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Pet insurance
- 401(k)
- Continuing education allowance
- Paid time off
- Licensing and professional dues covered
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive customizable salary
- Professional growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
