Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) | Hickory, North Carolina Emergency medicine is challenging. Your hospital shouldn't be. At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE), we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional people. As one of western North Carolina's premier 24/7 specialty and emergency hospitals, we're seeking an Emergency Veterinarian who wants to practice advanced medicine alongside a collaborative team of specialists, experienced emergency clinicians, and highly skilled technicians. Whether you're an experienced ER veterinarian or a confident general practitioner looking to transition into emergency medicine, you'll find mentorship, support, and the resources to thrive. Why You'll Love CASE CASE is a modern, 12,000-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital designed to provide the highest level of patient care. Our team works together to deliver exceptional medicine in a collaborative environment where every doctor has the tools and support they need.   Our hospital features: 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care Specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Behavior, and Rehabilitation Fully staffed ICU with dedicated DVM and experienced technical support 12 spacious exam rooms Comprehensive in-house laboratory CT Fluoroscopy Digital Radiography Color Flow Doppler Ultrasound Endoscopy Minimally Invasive Surgical Equipment Comprehensive surgical instrumentation Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy Fully equipped Rehabilitation Department featuring: Underwater treadmill  K-Laser therapy Electrical stimulation Exercise treadmill You'll practice medicine with access to advanced diagnostics and technology while collaborating with an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding patient care. What You'll Do As an Emergency Veterinarian, you'll: Diagnose and treat a diverse emergency caseload Stabilize critical patients and perform emergency procedures Collaborate closely with our specialists to provide comprehensive care Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and clients Help create a positive, supportive, team-oriented culture Deliver compassionate, high-quality medicine every shift We're Looking For Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent Eligible for veterinary licensure in North Carolina Strong communication and teamwork skills Passion for emergency medicine and patient care Experienced ER veterinarians encouraged to apply Confident general practitioners interested in emergency medicine are also encouraged to apply What We Offer We know outstanding veterinarians deserve outstanding support. That's why we offer a highly competitive compensation package that can be customized to your experience and career goals.  Benefits include: Base salary range of $170,000 - $210,000 + production Sign-on bonus Relocation assistance Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match Generous Paid Time Off Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE days Professional dues and licensing reimbursement Student Loan Assistance Program Paid Parental Leave Access to a nationwide network of veterinary specialists and mentors Employee Assistance Program Employee Pet Care Discounts Customized employment packages designed around your goals Life in Hickory, North Carolina Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers an incredible quality of life with a lower cost of living than many metropolitan areas. Spend your weekends boating on Lake Hickory, hiking scenic mountain trails, exploring local breweries, enjoying a thriving arts community, or taking quick trips to Asheville, Charlotte, and the mountains. It's the perfect place to build a rewarding veterinary career without sacrificing work-life balance. About Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital is a multi-specialty practice with specialists in internal medicine, surgery, behavior, rehabilitation and 24-hour emergency and critical care housed in a beautiful newly built 12,000-square-foot hospital in Hickory, NC. We have a spacious hospital with a fully staffed ICU with DVM and highly skilled 24 hr support team to manage a high volume patient case load with 12 exam rooms. In hospital we have comprehensive in house laboratory equipment that includes chemistry, cbc, epoc, blood gas, sedivue, fecal imagyst, telecytometry, ability to have consultation and recommendation from boarded radiologist and clinical pathologist for best in the moment patient care, oxygen therapy (multiple snyder icu cages and high flow).  We have the ability to provide superior specialty care with computed tomography, fluoroscopy, digital radiology, color-flow doppler ultrasound, endoscopy, minimally invasive surgical equipment, and comprehensive surgical instrumentation. We are able to provide radioactive iodine therapy for cats with hyperthyroidism and have a fully equipped rehabilitation suite with k- laser, e-stim, oasis underwater treadmill as well as exercise treadmill for assisting patients with pre and post op recovery. We have a team of highly skilled board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians,  veterinary technicians, and support staff that believe in compassionate care, always being prepared, supportive, excellence and quality in everything we do for our patients and encourage individuals who embrace a fast-paced atmosphere with honesty, positive attitude and transparency. Hear more about working with us from the team at Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital! Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.