Emergency Veterinarian

Ready for a role where your emergency medicine skills can make a difference when patients need immediate attention?

A full-time veterinary opportunity in Arkansas offers a clinical focus on urgent medical cases, patient stabilization, surgery, and ongoing hospital care. The position combines a base-plus-production compensation model with substantial financial incentives, making it worth exploring for veterinarians looking to advance their emergency medicine careers.

What You'll Find Here

• Starting compensation of $180,000: Earn a base salary with additional production opportunities and no negative accrual.

• Bonus potential: A sign-on bonus of up to $75,000 and a retention bonus of up to $25,000 over three years.

• Broad emergency responsibilities: Evaluate new cases, make diagnostic decisions, direct treatment, and oversee hospitalized patients.

• Hands-on clinical involvement: Perform emergency procedures and surgery while coordinating care with veterinary technicians.

• Resources for professional growth: Access continuing education and learning opportunities to keep developing your clinical capabilities.

What You’ll Be Doing

The work centers on dogs and cats requiring urgent medical attention, from initial examination and diagnostic assessment to treatment, surgery, and critical care. You'll need to prioritize cases, adjust plans as patients respond, and communicate with owners navigating stressful situations.

This role is suited to a veterinarian who enjoys the variety and responsibility of emergency medicine and values having colleagues to coordinate with during demanding cases.

Who Might Love This

Veterinarians with established emergency experience may appreciate a fresh clinical setting, while doctors who have completed a small-animal rotating internship or emergency-focused internship may be ready to take the next step. Sound judgment, adaptability, and clear communication are important in this type of work.

The Basics

• Location: Arkansas; further geographic details shared privately

• Position: Full-time Emergency Veterinarian

• Compensation: Starting at $180,000 annually, negotiable based on credentials and experience

• Pay structure: Base salary plus production, with no negative accrual

• Sign-on bonus: Up to $75,000

• Retention bonus: Up to $25,000 over three years

• Requirements: DVM/VMD or equivalent degree, appropriate state veterinary license before starting, and DEA license or eligibility

• Experience: Emergency medicine experience or completion of a relevant internship strongly preferred

Benefits

Eligible benefits may include:

• Health, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid parental leave

• Continuing education courses

• Mental health resources

• Veterinary service discounts

• Student loan support resources

Let's Talk

Your next move doesn't have to start with an application. If you're curious about the role, compensation, or clinical expectations, contact Beyond Just You Recruiting for a confidential conversation. We'll help you explore the opportunity privately before you decide whether it's right for you.

Email: trey@beyondjustu.com

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