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Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty is seeking full-time Emergency veterinarians to join our growing hospital team. 

The strong applicant will have an interest in working within our collaborative team to manage complex medical emergencies, will have a strong ability to multi-task, have superior communication skills, and an ability to function in a fast-paced environment. An interest in emergency surgery is a plus! We pride ourselves on being a teaching hospital, and applicants should have interest in supporting our internal and external continuing education programs, as well as mentoring new DVMs and interns when applicable.

Completion of a rotating internship or previous experience working as a DVM in an emergency practice is preferred for this position, but we also offer a mentorship program for new grads or GP DVMs looking to transition to ER. We are also interested in speaking with residency trained or boarded Criticalists, and we now offer a sponsorship program to reach ABVP specialization in emergency medicine.

We value a harmonious and cohesive working environment across all of our services, which are supported by an amazing staff of skilled and dedicated Technicians, Assistants, and Client Service Representatives working as a team to help you to provide the very best care to your patients, and ensuring that your patients have access to consultation with specialists on staff where applicable.

Our team of doctors currently consists of specialists in Internal Medicine (3), Oncology (1), Neurology (1), Radiology (1), Surgery (FT starting Summer 2021!), Critical Care (2), as well as 7 Emergency clinicians with internship or residency training. Together, our team is able to provide the most comprehensive and convenient service to our clients and referring veterinary community. Check out our practice HERE!

Our practice offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, retirement fund, short term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and continuing education allowance.

We are conveniently located in Bowie, MD , within 30 minutes’ drive to Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Annapolis.

If you are looking to join a talented, supportive, and passionate team of veterinarians and support staff, look no further!

All interested candidates please apply online of submit your CV to susanne.miller@NVACompassionFirst.com.

NVA Overview: NVA is a growing community of general practice clinics, emergency hospitals, equine practices, specialty hospitals, and pet resorts across five countries. Our doctors and pet care teams share best practices, medical knowledge, innovation, and insights. This collaborative approach allows each individual practice and pet resort to do what they do best: service their local community with compassionate, best-in-class care and medicine, to enhance the lives of the animals they love while backed by the support, stability, and leadership of NVA.

About Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty

Compassion-First and NVA recognize that we share deep-rooted values and priorities. For years, our dedication to Specialty and Emergency medicine has been a common background. Our groups have long shared the belief that the best patient care comes from championing hospitals in their local communities and supporting the practices and culture that have made them successful. We believe in empowering veterinarians and their teams with deeper resources so they can do more of what’s already working. Combining our strengths gives us the opportunity to make a lasting and positive impact on the profession, our people, and the care of animals. As one of the only dedicated Specialty and Emergency groups in the industry, NVA Compassion-First is the trusted partner of hospital teams who are looking for more—more resources to advance their medicine, a greater sense of belonging, and increased opportunities to care for their patients, clients and people.

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