Emergency Veterinarian
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Emergency Veterinarian
Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) | Hickory, North Carolina
Emergency medicine is challenging. Your hospital shouldn't be.
Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) | Hickory, North Carolina
Emergency medicine is challenging. Your hospital shouldn't be.
At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE), we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional people. As one of western North Carolina's premier 24/7 specialty and emergency hospitals, we're seeking an Emergency Veterinarian who wants to practice advanced medicine alongside a collaborative team of specialists, experienced emergency clinicians, and highly skilled technicians.
Whether you're an experienced ER veterinarian or a confident general practitioner looking to transition into emergency medicine, you'll find mentorship, support, and the resources to thrive.
CASE is a modern, 12,000-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital designed to provide the highest level of patient care. Our team works together to deliver exceptional medicine in a collaborative environment where every doctor has the tools and support they need.
Our hospital features:
Our hospital features:
- 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care
- Specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Behavior, and Rehabilitation
- Fully staffed ICU with dedicated DVM and experienced technical support
- 12 spacious exam rooms
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory
- CT
- Fluoroscopy
- Digital Radiography
- Color Flow Doppler Ultrasound
- Endoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Equipment
- Comprehensive surgical instrumentation
- Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy
- Fully equipped Rehabilitation Department featuring:
- Underwater treadmill
- K-Laser therapy
- Electrical stimulation
- Exercise treadmill
You'll practice medicine with access to advanced diagnostics and technology while collaborating with an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding patient care.
As an Emergency Veterinarian, you'll:
- Diagnose and treat a diverse emergency caseload
- Stabilize critical patients and perform emergency procedures
- Collaborate closely with our specialists to provide comprehensive care
- Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and clients
- Help create a positive, supportive, team-oriented culture
- Deliver compassionate, high-quality medicine every shift
We're Looking For
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent
- Eligible for veterinary licensure in North Carolina
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for emergency medicine and patient care
- Experienced ER veterinarians encouraged to apply
- Confident general practitioners interested in emergency medicine are also encouraged to apply
We know outstanding veterinarians deserve outstanding support. That's why we offer a highly competitive compensation package that can be customized to your experience and career goals.
Benefits include:
Benefits include:
- Base salary range of $170,000 - $210,000 + production
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE days
- Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Access to a nationwide network of veterinary specialists and mentors
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Customized employment packages designed around your goals
Life in Hickory, North Carolina
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers an incredible quality of life with a lower cost of living than many metropolitan areas. Spend your weekends boating on Lake Hickory, hiking scenic mountain trails, exploring local breweries, enjoying a thriving arts community, or taking quick trips to Asheville, Charlotte, and the mountains.
It's the perfect place to build a rewarding veterinary career without sacrificing work-life balance.