Emergency Veterinarian at CVS Matthews

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people - providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Emergency Veterinarian

Carolina Veterinary Specialists - Matthews, NC

Are you an Emergency Veterinarian who enjoys making a difference when pets and their families need you most? We're looking for a compassionate, skilled emergency veterinarian to join the team at Carolina Veterinary Specialists (CVS) in Matthews, NC.

At CVS, you'll work alongside experienced emergency doctors, specialists, technicians, and support staff who are committed to providing excellent patient care and supporting one another. We're looking for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and wants to be part of a collaborative hospital.

About Us

Carolina Veterinary Specialists in Matthews is one of six full-service, 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospitals in the Carolinas, with additional locations in Huntersville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Rock Hill, SC.

Across our hospitals, we offer a wide range of specialty services, including:

• Neurology

• Oncology

• Cardiology

• Surgery

• Internal Medicine

• 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care

Our emergency team works closely with these specialty services, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with specialists and provide comprehensive care for your patients.

What You'll Do

As an Emergency Veterinarian, you'll care for a wide variety of urgent and critical cases while working closely with our emergency and specialty teams.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Provide high-quality emergency and critical care to dogs and cats

• Diagnose and treat a wide variety of emergency cases

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners

• Work closely with specialists and our experienced emergency team

• Provide continuity of care for hospitalized patients

• Collaborate with skilled veterinary technicians and support staff

• Help create a positive, team-focused experience for both clients and coworkers

Whether you're an experienced emergency veterinarian or looking to grow your emergency medicine skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Modern equipment and resources

Our hospital is fully equipped to support high-quality patient care, including a CT scanner, digital radiology with access to PetRays for radiology review, and comprehensive in-house laboratory capabilities.

A collaborative team

You'll work alongside experienced emergency doctors and specialists who are always willing to collaborate, discuss cases, and share their knowledge.

Outstanding technicians and support staff

Our emergency veterinarians are supported by a highly skilled and dedicated team of veterinary technicians and support staff, allowing you to focus on providing excellent patient care.

A true team approach

We believe the best patient care happens when everyone works together. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate across emergency and specialty services and learn from colleagues with a wide range of experience.

Why Matthews, NC?

Matthews is a welcoming suburb just outside Charlotte, offering the best of both worlds - a community feel with easy access to everything Charlotte has to offer.

The Charlotte area has something for everyone, including restaurants, concerts, theater, museums, professional and minor-league sports, and plenty of outdoor activities. You'll also be close to several lakes, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Love the outdoors? The Blue Ridge Mountains are only about two hours away for hiking, camping, climbing, or a weekend getaway. The beach is just a few hours in the other direction.

With excellent schools, a variety of neighborhoods, and a major international airport nearby, the Charlotte area is a great place to build both a career and a life.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for an emergency medicine position where you can work with experienced doctors, learn from specialists, collaborate with a great support team, and make a real difference for pets and their families, we'd love to meet you!

Come be part of the Carolina Veterinary Specialists team in Matthews. Contact Emily Lunsford at elunsford@petvetcarecenters.com

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

Pay Range

$150,000-$180,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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