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Emergency Veterinarian Department: Veterinarians Employment Type: Full Time Location: Charlottesville, Virginia Compensation: $190,000 - $250,000 / year 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.