Emergency Veterinarian – Swansboro, North Carolina
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Full-Time or Part-Time Emergency Veterinarian in Swansboro, North Carolina, joining a progressive 24/7 emergency and trauma environment with a strong emphasis on clinical autonomy, mentorship and work-life balance.
This position offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan assistance and potential future ownership opportunities.
Veterinarians will manage a diverse emergency caseload with significant exposure to both internal medicine and surgery. The role can suit an experienced emergency veterinarian or a veterinarian looking to develop their emergency and surgical skills with structured support.
New graduates and veterinarians transitioning into emergency medicine are encouraged to apply, with mentorship tailored to individual experience and confidence levels.
About the Practice
The practice provides 24/7 emergency veterinary care within a modern, well-equipped clinical environment. Progressive medicine, collaboration and medical autonomy are central to the working culture.
Veterinarians benefit from a high-volume surgery and internal medicine caseload, creating opportunities to strengthen diagnostic, emergency and surgical capabilities.
A mentorship-focused approach includes regular case reviews, doctor meetings and rounds at shift changes. Veterinarians are encouraged to collaborate with colleagues and support staff while maintaining independence over clinical decision-making.
The facility offers an extensive range of diagnostic, surgical and critical care equipment, including high-resolution digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, vessel-sealing technology, electrocautery, comprehensive in-house laboratory diagnostics, ICU oxygen cages, digital cytology, advanced monitoring equipment and an on-site donor blood bank.
A dedicated team of credentialed veterinary technicians, assistants, kennel technicians and client service professionals supports the veterinarians, allowing doctors to remain focused on patient care.
Located in Swansboro, North Carolina, the position also provides access to the coastal lifestyle of eastern North Carolina, with beaches nearby and larger cities such as Raleigh and Wilmington accessible for day trips and weekends away.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality emergency and critical veterinary care to small animal patients
Assess, diagnose and treat a broad range of urgent and emergency presentations
Perform emergency surgical procedures appropriate to experience and competency
Develop diagnostic and treatment plans using available imaging and laboratory resources
Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options and prognoses
Work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians and support professionals
Participate in case discussions, rounds and ongoing clinical development
Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
Exercise sound clinical judgement while benefiting from a high level of medical autonomy
Contribute to a positive, supportive and educational clinical environment
Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university and be eligible to practise veterinary medicine in North Carolina.
An active state veterinary licence and current DEA licence, or the ability to obtain the necessary licensing upon hire, are required.
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, collaborative and an effective communicator with an interest in emergency medicine and surgery.
Experienced emergency veterinarians are welcomed, while new graduates and veterinarians transitioning into emergency medicine are also encouraged to apply. Support and mentorship can be adapted according to the veterinarian's existing experience and professional development goals.
Compensation & Benefits
The position offers a comprehensive package designed to support both professional development and long-term work-life balance, including:
Competitive compensation (from $170,000 to $190,000)
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Student loan assistance
Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling
Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement benefits
Life and supplemental insurance
Professional liability coverage
Paid continuing education allowance
Professional dues
DVM mentorship network
Medical autonomy
Employee assistance programme
Personal pet care discounts
Potential future ownership opportunities
Access to a wider professional and clinical support network
The combination of flexible scheduling and a coastal North Carolina location makes this an attractive opportunity for veterinarians seeking a rewarding emergency medicine career without sacrificing time outside work.
Apply Today
Veterinarians searching for Emergency Veterinarian jobs in Swansboro, NC, emergency veterinary opportunities in coastal North Carolina or a position offering strong mentorship and clinical autonomy are encouraged to apply.
Whether you are an experienced emergency clinician, a veterinarian looking to transition into emergency medicine or a new graduate seeking a supportive environment in which to develop your skills, this opportunity provides excellent scope for long-term clinical and professional growth.
Contact:
Cameron Combe - Divisional Talent Manager
T: (404) 496-6557
E: cameron@supreme-ss.com