Description
Emergency Veterinarian – Clinical Mentor
Salary Range: $150,000.00 – $240,000.00 Base + Commission/year
Position Type: Full-Time
About Apex Vets
Apex Vets is an independently owned Emergency & Specialty Hospital located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join our Emergency & Critical Care team as a Clinical Mentor. This role combines the practice of high-quality emergency medicine with the opportunity to support and develop less experienced emergency doctors.
Why Join Apex?
- Independently owned hospital
- Ownership opportunities available for qualified candidates
- No non-compete agreements
- Strong technician and nursing support
- Access to specialists for collaboration
- Advanced diagnostics and modern equipment
- Competitive compensation with production
- Continuing education support and professional growth opportunities
Position Overview
This position is designed for an experienced emergency veterinarian who enjoys mentoring and developing other doctors while maintaining an active clinical caseload.
The Clinical Mentor serves as a resource for less experienced ER doctors by providing case guidance, clinical support, and real-time feedback while helping maintain a high standard of patient care.
Responsibilities
- Manage a full emergency caseload including triage, diagnostics, treatment planning, and case management
- Provide clinical support and guidance to ER doctors on shift
- Assist with case discussions and medical decision-making
- Support the development of newer emergency veterinarians
- Perform emergency procedures including centeses, CPR, wound repair, and stabilization
- Interpret diagnostics including laboratory work, radiographs, and point-of-care ultrasound
- Communicate effectively with clients, specialists, and referring veterinarians
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records
Qualifications
- DVM or VMD from an accredited institution
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Maryland
- Significant emergency medicine experience required
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in mentoring and developing other veterinarians
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Schedule
- Combination of day, swing, and overnight shifts
- Shared weekend rotation
- Full-time position
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus production
- Ownership opportunities for qualified candidates
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Continuing education allowance and CE time
- Professional liability coverage
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Apply Today
If you are an experienced emergency veterinarian interested in combining clinical practice with mentorship and professional development, we encourage you to apply and learn more about Apex Vets.
