Job Description
Emergency Veterinarian
Department: Veterinarians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year
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.
This position is eligible for relocation assistance and flexible scheduling designed to support long-term sustainability in emergency medicine.
About Our Hospital
VVSE provides 24/7 emergency veterinary services, including nights, weekends, and holidays— 365 days a year 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.
- Fully equipped surgical suite with electrocautery and ventilator support
- Digital radiography with STAT off-site board-certified consults
- Bedside ultrasound and glaucoma tonometry
- Comprehensive in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, clotting times, and electrolyte analysis
- Blood product access for transfusions
- Oxygen supplementation and electronically monitored fluid therapy
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.
- Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 + production with no negative accrual
- Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
- In-clinic training, mentorship, and continuing education
- Collaboration with experienced emergency and specialty veterinarians
- Access to advanced diagnostics and surgical resources
- A culture focused on teamwork, respect, and clinical excellence
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
- 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.
