Emergency Veterinarian - Overnight
@ Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty CareEmergency Veterinarian - Overnight
About the job
Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) has served Maine for over 30 years, providing exceptional emergency and specialty pet care. The hospital is independently owned, state-of-the-art, and expanding to a new 42,000 sq ft facility. Join us for a meaningful career in a vibrant community.
Requirements
- Veterinary license in Maine
- Experience in emergency care
- Ability to work overnight shifts
- Strong critical care skills
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent
- Team-oriented mindset
- Compassionate attitude
- Ability to handle critical cases
Full job description
Description
Are you a dedicated Emergency Veterinarian looking for an exciting opportunity to provide life-saving care during the overnight hours? Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) in Portland, Maine is seeking an experienced Overnight Emergency Veterinarian to join our growing team.
For more than 30 years, PVESC has been at the heart of veterinary care in Maine, delivering exceptional medicine and compassionate service to pets and their families. We are proud to be the only independently owned and operated specialty and emergency hospital in the state.
Why Portland, Maine?
Portland consistently ranks among the best places to live in the U.S. Enjoy a vibrant coastal community with a thriving food scene, historic charm, outdoor adventures, and easy access to islands, beaches, and mountains. Whether you love fine dining, microbreweries, art, live music, or outdoor recreation, Portland has something for everyone making it an incredible place to call home while enjoying a balanced career.
About the Role
As an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian at PVESC, you ll manage complex and critical cases, collaborate with a talented team of specialists, and provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients when they need it most. This role is vital to ensuring continuity of care and supporting the pets and families who rely on us during emergencies. The schedule is 7 overnights 5pm - 8am every 3 weeks.
You ll work alongside a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art facility, with access to advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies, including:
- Color-flow ultrasound, endoscopy, and digital radiography
- Full in-house laboratory and critical care monitoring
- CT scanner and MRI
- High flow O2 and telemetry
- Cold laser, PulseVet shockwave, PRP & stem cell therapy
And soon, you ll help us transition into our brand-new 42,000 sq ft hospital set to open in 2026 where innovation, collaboration, and patient care come together in a cutting-edge environment.
What We Offer
- Generous PTO, holidays, and Continuing Education allowance
- Flexible overnight scheduling to support work-life balance
- Professional licensing, DEA, and membership dues reimbursed
- Paid liability insurance and VIN membership
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Safe Harbor 401k with 4% match and immediate vesting
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative, independent, and forward-thinking veterinary hospital where your skills and compassion truly make a difference. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian, we d love to hear from you.
PVESC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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