Overnight Emergency Veterinarian
About The Position
Join us as an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian at VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency in Fairfax, Virginia, and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. This is a multi-specialty and emergency hospital established in Northern Virginia in 1995, priding itself on a collaborative and collegial work environment. The hospital offers comprehensive patient care and support with specialists in Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology (linear accelerator and I131 therapies), Neurology/Neurosurgery, Radiology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Dermatology, and Physical Therapy. It features 24 exam rooms, five surgical suites with an enclosed sterile corridor, and advanced in-house diagnostic equipment including 3D Spiral CT, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, C-arm, and MRI. Rapid in-house lab machines (CBC, chemistry, electrolyte, coag monitors, and more) provide quick service for outpatients and inpatients, supplemented by an in-house Antech lab. Opportunities for teaching and mentoring are available through an active internship program, frequent vet student externs, and DVM continuing education programs. The hospital provides 24/7/365 support from its CritiCare Department for overnight/weekend patient care, urgent referrals, and critical care patient needs.
Requirements
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent.
- Licensure in good standing to practice in Virginia or the ability to obtain.
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
- People obsessed with pets and their care.
- Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine.
- Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team.
- Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive in a dynamic and fulfilling career.
- Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a multi-specialty and emergency hospital setting.
- Familiarity with advanced diagnostic equipment (CT, MRI, etc.).
- Experience with rapid in-house lab machines.
Responsibilities
- Provide overnight emergency veterinary care.
- Collaborate with a team of specialists and support staff.
- Utilize advanced medical technology and facilities.
- Mentor and teach interns and externs.
- Participate in continuing education programs.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.
- Eligibility for other variable pay programs.
- Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources).
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match.
- Health/dental/vision insurance.
- Infertility benefits.
- Gender affirmation services.
- Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave.
- Continuing Education Allowance and Paid Continuing Education Days.
- WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team.
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program.
- Generous employee pet discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
