General information
City: Austin Texas
State: Texas
Hospital Name: Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty
Job Type: Veterinarian - Emergency
Employment Type: Locum
Description & Requirements
Relief Emergency Veterinarian
Emergency Veterinarian opportunity in Austin, TX
Schedule: Relief
Why JoinAustin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center
Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital and proud member of the Ethos Veterinary Health network. That means access to national support, modern resources, and career development opportunities all while maintaining a local hospital culture our team truly values.
As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.
Location Highlight
Austin combines an exciting food, music, and cultural scene with year-round outdoor recreation and the natural beauty of Central Texas. From hiking, biking, and time on the water to live music, incredible restaurants, and nearby Hill Country destinations, Austin offers plenty to enjoy outside the hospital.
In your day-to-day, you will:
·Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
·Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with urgent and emergent medical conditions.
·Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new emergency cases, triaging incoming patients, and managing hospitalized patients throughout their course of treatment.
·Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.
·Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
·Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
·Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.
What You Bring
·DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
·Completion of a rotating internship or experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).
·Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
·Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
·A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
·A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing emergency veterinary medicine.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Linsey Beckner @ [email protected]