Veterinary Criticalist

At the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO), you will become a vital member of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. Our approach combines a commitment to compassionate, individualized care with evidence-based practices, ensuring strong connections between our staff and the patient-guests and pet parents we serve. Here, you will discover a culture founded on collaboration, innovation, education, compassion, and going beyond expectations—leading to a fulfilling and impactful career in veterinary medicine.

VRCCO is recognized as a leader in advanced pet care, offering a diverse range of specialty and emergency services designed to meet the needs of our community. We currently provide dermatology, internal medicine, medical oncology, surgery, ophthalmology, neurology, physical rehabilitation, urgent care, and emergency services. To improve the experience for our patients and help support our amazing team, we have created a purpose-built veterinary hospital campus, with a 26,000 sq.

ft. facility to serve our community. As we work together to prioritize the well‑being of our patient guests, we are equally dedicated to our heroes (employees). We invest in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to support your health and well-being, both now and in the future.

We are the only organization with Vet Cadets Childcare located at our flagship location and only a short drive from our Urgent Care facility. VRCCO has been Great Place To Work Certified since 2021. Come see the difference for yourself and be a part of our team. With abundant opportunities for continuing education and career advancement, you can develop a long and successful career with us.

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options with 70% coverage
• Dental/Vision:
  Multiple plan options with 50% coverage
• Profit sharing available for all heroes (employees)
• Savings: 401K matching program
• Stipends for continuing education

• Minimum education requirement: high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: hands‑on experience working in veterinary general practice or veterinary multi‑specialty hospital.

The Criticalist will provide advanced, life‑saving medical care to critically ill or injured patients, leveraging expertise in critical care and state‑of‑the‑art technology, and anesthesia management. This role encompasses the receiving, stabilization and treatment of emergent medical conditions, interdisciplinary collaboration with other specialists, and the provision of educational leadership to veterinary staff, interns, residents, and the community. The Criticalist ensures the highest standard of care while fostering a team‑centered, compassionate work environment that aligns with VRCCO’s Core Values.

This position requires exceptional clinical knowledge, advanced problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure while mentoring and coaching a team of veterinary professionals. The Criticalist will help lead the Emergency and Patient Care team in delivering extraordinary care to patients and providing support to their pet parents.

Act as the primary specialist for the assessment, diagnosis, and management of critically ill patients.

Collaborate with peers and staff to create a great working environment where patient care, client experience, and staff development thrive.

Serve as a mentor to veterinary interns, externs, and residents through direct education and case collaboration.

Partner with Emergency and Specialty Departments to provide seamless patient care and ensure timely consultation on critical cases.

Lead by example to uphold and promote VRCCO’s Core Values, including Beyond Expectations, Compassion, Personalized Experience, One Team, and Education.

Actively participate in employee reviews and team development with the Chief of Emergency, Chief of Patient Care, and Human Resources.

Provide advanced medical and surgical care for critically ill or injured animals, including receiving and stabilizing emergency cases.

Oversee and guide staff in the…