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Job description
Emergency Veterinarian – Knightdale, North Carolina
About the Role
An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join a well-established, round-the-clock veterinary hospital in Knightdale, North Carolina .
The position offers competitive base compensation with monthly production-based earning potential, flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits , alongside access to advanced diagnostics and multidisciplinary clinical support.
This role is ideal for an ER veterinarian who enjoys managing challenging emergency cases while having experienced specialty and critical care colleagues available for collaborative case management.
About the Practice
This established veterinary hospital provides comprehensive emergency, critical care and general veterinary services to companion animals across the greater Raleigh area.
Emergency veterinarians work within a collaborative clinical environment supported by experienced doctors, technicians and nursing professionals. Close integration with critical care, surgery, internal medicine and other specialty disciplines provides additional support when managing complex patients.
The hospital offers access to advanced cross-sectional and diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, comprehensive in-house diagnostics, dedicated treatment areas and intensive care resources .
Located in Knightdale, NC , the position offers convenient access to Raleigh and the wider Research Triangle while providing a variety of suburban and residential communities nearby.
Responsibilities
Triage, assess and stabilise emergency patients
Diagnose and manage urgent and critical medical conditions
Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans
Perform emergency procedures and surgery according to experience and clinical need
Utilise advanced imaging and in-house diagnostic resources
Manage patients requiring ongoing emergency or intensive care
Coordinate treatment with critical care and specialty clinicians
Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients during emergency situations
Collaborate closely with veterinary, nursing and support teams
Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
Participate in multidisciplinary case management
Maintain high standards of emergency patient care
Candidate Profile
DVM, VMD or equivalent veterinary degree
Eligible to obtain veterinary licensure in North Carolina
Previous emergency or urgent care veterinary experience
Strong clinical judgement and diagnostic abilities
Confidence managing acute and complex medical cases
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced hospital environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborative and team-oriented approach
Commitment to high-quality emergency and critical patient care
This opportunity is particularly suited to an experienced clinician looking to continue developing their emergency medicine career within a highly collaborative hospital environment.
Compensation & Benefits
The position offers a comprehensive package focused on earning potential, professional development and work-life balance , including:
Competitive base salary with monthly production-based compensation (Salary from $170,000 to $190,000)
Flexible scheduling
Medical insurance options with prescription coverage
Dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Continuing education allowance
Paid continuing education days
Professional membership and licensing support
Professional liability insurance
Life insurance options
Paid time off and recognised holidays
Health savings options
Short-term disability coverage
Professional clothing or uniform allowance
Access to advanced emergency and diagnostic resources
Multidisciplinary specialist support
Continuing professional development opportunities
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Worksite address
knightdale, NC, 27545, US
Who can apply
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