- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- RecruiterFlow
Description
Emergency Veterinarian (Overnight) – Portland, ME
A progressive veterinary emergency and specialty practice is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to provide high-quality care during overnight hours. This position focuses on evaluating and managing urgent and critical cases while ensuring continuity of care for patients requiring around-the-clock medical attention. The role offers a collaborative environment, access to advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, and opportunities to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and stabilize patients presenting with urgent and emergency medical conditions.
- Perform thorough examinations and develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans.
- Manage a diverse range of emergency and critical cases.
- Perform emergency procedures and surgical interventions as appropriate.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and clinical resources to support patient care.
- Communicate clearly with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, and follow-up care.
- Collaborate with veterinary technicians, specialists, and other members of the medical team.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records.
- Provide compassionate care to patients and their families during emergency situations.
- Participate in continuing education and ongoing clinical development.
- Contribute to a collaborative and professional hospital environment.
Qualifications
- DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited institution.
- Active veterinary license or eligibility to practice in the applicable state.
- Strong interest or experience in emergency and urgent care medicine.
- Ability to remain composed and make sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong diagnostic, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable managing complex or critical cases.
- Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary veterinary team.
- Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with production-based incentives.
- Equity opportunities.
- Sign-on bonus.
- Relocation assistance.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid disability and life insurance.
- Professional liability coverage and license defense.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
- State licensing fees and eligible professional organization memberships covered.
How to Apply
Veterinarians interested in this leadership opportunity are encouraged to send their resume to:
📧 [email protected]
Please complete the online application to be considered.
For more information, please contact:
Laura Minier
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
📧 [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.