ER Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian – Arlington, TX

$170,000–$200,000 + Monthly Production Bonus | Full-Time | 3 x 12-Hour Shifts

Help Build a Brand-New Independent 24/7 Emergency Animal Hospital

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join a successful independent veterinary company as it opens its first practice in Texas.

Located in Arlington, Texas
, this new 24/7 emergency animal hospital is being built around a simple philosophy:
exceptional patient care, empathy, transparency and teamwork
.

This is a unique opportunity to join at the ground level and help shape the clinical culture of a brand-new emergency hospital alongside an experienced veterinary team — without the corporate feel.

• $170K–$200K base salary plus a monthly production bonus
• 3 x 12-hour shifts per week with flexible day and night scheduling
• Join an independent veterinary company and help shape its first Texas hospital
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• CE allowance with license and DEA fees covered
• PTO, sick days and paid maternity leave
• Uniforms provided
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

The Emergency Veterinarian will provide high-quality emergency and urgent care for dogs and cats
, managing a varied caseload from routine emergencies through to complex and critical patients.

The purpose-built hospital will feature modern diagnostic capabilities, dedicated treatment and monitoring areas, well-equipped surgical facilities and an environment designed around efficient patient flow and rapid clinical decision-making.

The role will involve diagnosing and treating emergency cases, performing examinations, stabilizing critical patients and carrying out urgent surgical procedures when required. The Emergency Veterinarian will work closely with veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure seamless, compassionate patient care.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2+ years of emergency/ER veterinary experience preferred
• Strong clinical, diagnostic and surgical skills
• Confidence managing emergency and critical care cases
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• A collaborative, team-first approach
• A commitment to evidence-based medicine and ongoing professional development

This hospital is being built around teamwork rather than working in isolation
. Veterinarians will have access to experienced colleagues for support, collaborative decision-making and second opinions, particularly when managing complex or critical cases.

As an independent veterinary organization
, the focus is on creating a positive clinical environment where patient welfare comes first. The team will prioritise respect, inclusivity, psychological safety and open communication
, with asking questions and sharing knowledge actively encouraged.

The goal is to establish a hospital where veterinarians can deliver exceptional emergency medicine while enjoying a supportive and sustainable working environment.

Full-Time | 3 shifts per week | 12-hour shifts

Flexible day and night shift options are available, providing a predictable schedule while supporting the hospital's 24/7 emergency service.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Emergency Veterinarian / ER Veterinarian to join an independent organization and play a key role in establishing its first Texas hospital from the ground up.