Veterinarian - Critical Care Specialist

Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian (Criticalist)

Role Summary

A well-established and rapidly expanding specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Hickory, North Carolina is seeking a Residency-Trained or Board-Certified Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian . This role offers the opportunity to manage complex and high-acuity cases within a collaborative, multi-specialty environment. Weekend availability is required.

Clinical Environment

This modern specialty hospital is designed to support advanced emergency and critical care medicine. The facility features a 24-hour ICU staffed by experienced technicians, multiple treatment wards, and access to cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic technology including CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, digital radiography, Doppler ultrasound, minimally invasive surgical tools, in-house laboratory services, oncology support, and a full rehabilitation department.

What You'll Bring

• DVM or equivalent degree

• Board-certified or residency-trained/board-eligible in Emergency & Critical Care

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

• Commitment to high-level medicine and team development

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus production

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Student loan support

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match and 529 college savings plan

• Paid time off and continuing education allowance