Emergency Veterinarian

Original job posting

Provide emergency and critical care for companion animals, including triage, diagnosis, treatment planning, procedures, surgery, and ongoing case management. Interpret diagnostic results, maintain accurate medical records, communicate with clients and referring veterinarians, and support the clinical team and its continuous-learning culture.

Job details

Company Description Ottawa Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital (OAESH) is a veterinarian-owned, 24-hour emergency and specialty facility serving Ottawa, Gatineau, and the surrounding region. Located just off Highway 417 at Vanier Parkway, OAESH offers a modern, 15,000-square-foot hospital equipped for critically ill and injured dogs, cats, exotic pets, and pocket pets. The team is committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care in a welcoming, non-corporate environment that feels like a trusted neighborhood clinic. OAESH features advanced diagnostics, a full surgical suite, intensive care, and dedicated spaces for quiet visits and end-of-life care. The hospital includes internal medicine, oncology, anesthesia and ultrasound capabilities. Role Description The Emergency Veterinarian is a full-time, on-site role based at our Ottawa, ON hospital. This role involves providing high-quality emergency and critical care to companion animals, including triage, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing case management. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing emergency procedures and surgeries as appropriate, interpreting diagnostics, prescribing medications, and maintaining detailed, accurate medical records. The Emergency Veterinarian will communicate with referring veterinarians, and provide clear, empathetic guidance to clients during stressful situations. Additional duties include participating in case rounds, supporting veterinary support staff, and contributing to a culture of continuous learning, safety, and patient-centered care. Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) and eligibility for licensure with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario. Experience in emergency and critical care medicine, including triage, stabilization, and management of acutely ill or injured companion animals. Proficiency in diagnostic evaluation, including physical examination, imaging review (digital radiography, ultrasound), and interpretation of laboratory results. Competence in common emergency procedures and soft tissue surgery, including anesthesia and pain management tailored to diverse species. Strong client communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of emergency clinicians, specialists, and veterinary support staff. Commitment to compassionate, low-stress handling of animals and adherence to high standards of patient safety and welfare. Comfort working with a variety of species, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and small mammals, or willingness to learn and expand species knowledge. Strong organizational and time-management abilities, including maintaining thorough medical records and managing multiple cases simultaneously.

What you’ll do

Provide emergency and critical care for companion animals, including triage, diagnosis, treatment planning, procedures, surgery, and ongoing case management. Interpret diagnostic results, maintain accurate medical records, communicate with clients and referring veterinarians, and support the clinical team and its continuous-learning culture.

Requirements

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent and eligibility for licensure with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario are required. Candidates should have emergency and critical care experience, diagnostic and procedural competence, strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to compassionate, safe care across multiple species.

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Emergency And Critical Care
• Triage And Stabilization
• Diagnosis And Treatment Planning
• Emergency Procedures
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Laboratory Result Interpretation
• Anesthesia
• Pain Management
• Client Communication
• Medical Recordkeeping
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Low-Stress Animal Handling
• Patient Safety And Welfare
• Multispecies Veterinary Care
• Case Management

Job areas

• Healthcare