Veterinarian, ER

Description Thrive's Emergency Veterinarian s provide urgent and critical medical care to animals presenting with acute illness or injury. This role involves working in a fast-paced emergency or after- hours setting, collaborating with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients and clients . Duties and Responsibilities Diagnose and treat emergency and critical care cases, including trauma, toxicities, and life-threatening illnesses Perform emergency procedures and surgeries as needed Stabilize critical patients and develop treatment plans Interpret diagnostic tests such as bloodwork, imaging, and laboratory results Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and costs Maintain accurate and timely medical records Collaborate effectively with veterinary technicians, assistants, and referring veterinarians Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, safety standards, and ethical guidelines Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in the applicable state Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible Strong clinical skills in emergency and critical care medicine Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as required Excellent decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or restrain animals as needed Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and reach with hands and arms Ability to perform repetitive movements with wrist, hands, and/or fingers Close visual acuity Comfortable working in a high-stress, fast-paced clinical environment