Emergency Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
A busy 24-hour emergency and general practice hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join its experienced clinical team. Working just 2-3 13-hour shifts per week with a rotation of 1-2 weekends per month, this role offers an excellent balance between a rewarding emergency caseload and time away from the hospital. With advanced facilities, an AAHA-accredited environment, and a collaborative team of 14 veterinarians, you’ll be well supported to deliver exceptional patient care.

Role Description and Responsibilities
As an Emergency Veterinarian, you’ll diagnose, treat, and stabilise a wide variety of emergency and critical care cases involving dogs and cats. You’ll perform emergency procedures, develop treatment plans, communicate clearly with clients, and collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure seamless patient care. The role offers the opportunity to manage diverse medical and surgical emergencies while practising high-quality medicine in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Practice Details
This AAHA-accredited hospital has been serving the local community for nearly 40 years and provides both emergency and general practice services. Equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, in-house laboratory facilities, advanced soft tissue surgical capabilities, and modern diagnostic technology, the hospital supports the management of a broad range of emergency cases. The team is committed to Fear Free handling whenever possible, combining advanced medicine with a compassionate approach to patient care.

Team
You’ll become part of a collaborative team of 14 veterinarians supported by experienced technicians and dedicated client care professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional care. The hospital promotes a positive culture built on teamwork, mentorship, and continuous learning, with access to extensive continuing education and the resources of one of the largest veterinary networks in the country, helping every clinician continue to develop and thrive.

Candidate Requirements 

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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