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Emergency Veterinarian
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What they do
A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$117,949 / year median in Alaska
+19% projected growth
Job Description
A plus if you have:
- Experience in emergency ultrasound or endoscopy
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- A commitment to compassionate, high-quality care
What You'll Get:
- Flexible scheduling that supports your lifestyle (Choose between a rotating schedule or overnights only with additional incentives)
- Competitive hourly base + production. Production bonus-eligible based on collections and eligibility criteria.
- Full benefits, including paid health insurance (we cover your individual premium)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Continuing Education allowance
- Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Compassionate Care Funds to support clients in need
- Membership to The Alaska Club (statewide health and wellness facilities)
- Personal pet care discounts
- Generous signing or relocation bonus
- UP TO $50,000
- we'll help you make the move!
Our Facility:
Step into a modern, spacious hospital designed with both patient care and team wellbeing in mind.Our facility includes:
- 5 exam rooms + large comfort room
- 2 surgical suites with advanced instrumentation
- In-house lab (including I-stats, full Idexx suite, and Heskaview cytology)
- Digital radiography, CT, fluoroscopy, and point-of-care ultrasound
- Endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and rhinoscopy
- Advanced monitoring equipment in surgery and ICU
- Cold laser therapy and full pharmacy (including blood products and nutritional support)
- Separate treatment areas for cats, large dog runs, isolation ward
- On-site specialties and 24/7 technician support
- On-staff Managing DVM and Hospital Director
- In-house LVT mentorship/apprenticeship program
About Anchorage:
Anchorage offers the perfect balance of adventure and urban life. With over 130 miles of trails, world-class skiing, fishing, wildlife viewing, and endless summer light, it's a haven for outdoor lovers. At the same time, Anchorage boasts a vibrant arts and food scene, excellent schools, and a welcoming, tight-knit community. Whether you're chasing the Northern Lights in winter or kayaking with whales in the summer, your Alaskan adventure starts here. Interested? Let's Talk! For immediate consideration or to learn more, contact Brianna Huff at Brianna.Huff@ethosvet.com . We'd love to hear from you-whether you're ready to relocate or just curious about what life (and medicine) looks like in Alaska. Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com . Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community. At Ethos Veterinary Health, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @ethosvet.com or @nva.com
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.ethosvet.com
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at careers@ethosvet.
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- $525 $333 High-Speed Internet $79
- $199 $130 Transportation Gasoline (1 gallon) $3.