Job Description

Ready for a role where your emergency medicine skills can make a difference when patients need immediate attention?A full-time veterinary opportunity in Arkansas offers a clinical focus on urgent medical cases, patient stabilization, surgery, and ongoing hospital care. The position combines a base-plus-production compensation model with substantial financial incentives, making it worth exploring for veterinarians looking to advance their emergency medicine careers.What You'll Find HereStarting compensation of $180,000: Earn a base salary with additional production opportunities and no negative accrual.Bonus potential: A sign-on bonus of up to $75,000 and a retention bonus of up to $25,000 over three years.Broad emergency responsibilities: Evaluate new cases, make diagnostic decisions, direct treatment, and oversee hospitalized patients.Hands-on clinical involvement: Perform emergency procedures and surgery while coordinating care with veterinary technicians.Resources for professional growth: Access continuing education and learning opportunities to keep developing your clinical capabilities.What You’ll Be DoingThe work centers on dogs and cats requiring urgent medical attention, from initial examination and diagnostic assessment to treatment, surgery, and critical care. You'll need to prioritize cases, adjust plans as patients respond, and communicate with owners navigating stressful situations.This role is suited to a veterinarian who enjoys the variety and responsibility of emergency medicine and values having colleagues to coordinate with during demanding cases.Who Might Love ThisVeterinarians with established emergency experience may appreciate a fresh clinical setting, while doctors who have completed a small-animal rotating internship or emergency-focused internship may be ready to take the next step. Sound judgment, adaptability, and clear communication are important in this type of work.The BasicsLocation: Arkansas; further geographic details shared privatelyPosition: Full-time Emergency VeterinarianCompensation: Starting at $180,000 annually, negotiable based on credentials and experiencePay structure: Base salary plus production, with no negative accrualSign-on bonus: Up to $75,000Retention bonus: Up to $25,000 over three yearsRequirements: DVM/VMD or equivalent degree, appropriate state veterinary license before starting, and DEA license or eligibilityExperience: Emergency medicine experience or completion of a relevant internship strongly preferredBenefitsEligible benefits may include:Health, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance401(k) with employer matchPaid parental leaveContinuing education coursesMental health resourcesVeterinary service discountsStudent loan support resourcesLet's TalkYour next move doesn't have to start with an application. If you're curious about the role, compensation, or clinical expectations, contact Beyond Just You Recruiting for a confidential conversation. We'll help you explore the opportunity privately before you decide whether it's right for you.Email: trey@beyondjustu.comWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.