Lead Emergency Veterinarian

Friendship Hospital for Animals (FHA) is seeking an experienced and driven Lead Emergency Veterinarian to join our high-volume, multi-specialty hospital in Washington, DC. This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to practice the highest level of emergency medicine while mentoring a dedicated team in a collaborative and supportive 24/7 hospital environment.About FriendshipFriendship is a 30,000+ sq ft AAHA-accredited hospital with a robust Emergency & Critical Care department supported by a dedicated ICU and a team of boarded critical care specialists. We offer 24-hour emergency care and house a full range of specialty services, including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, Nephrology, Anesthesiology, and more. Our culture prioritizes teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate patient care.The RoleAs Lead Emergency Veterinarian, you will:Serve as the clinical leader for the Emergency ServiceProvide mentorship and guidance to ER doctors and internsChampion high-quality, consistent patient care across the EROversee complex case management and collaborate with Critical Care and specialty servicesParticipate in ER rounds, case discussions, and the development of clinical protocolsFoster a culture of teaching, learning, and professional growthSupport recruitment, onboarding, and performance development of ER cliniciansSchedule & CultureFlexible schedule with participation in a shared rotation of holidays and weekendsStrong, collaborative hospital culture with open communication and shared goalsEmphasis on work-life balance and mutual support across departmentsReporting StructureThis role reports directly to the Hospital Medical Director and works collaboratively with the Specialty/ER Practice Manager to lead departmental operations and support hospital-wide pensation & BenefitsBase salary: $275,000 – $325,000/year, commensurate with experienceBonus potentialComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), CE allowance, PTO, and moreBe Part of EVG Specialty Network: Joining Friendship Hospital for Animals means being part of the esteemed EVG Specialty Network (). Benefit from the collective expertise and resources of a network dedicated to advancing veterinary care. Enjoy access to continuing education, collaboration opportunities, and the support of a community committed to excellence in veterinary medicine.Join us in our mission to provide exceptional primary care for our animal patients. If you are passionate about advancing veterinary medicine and want to work with cutting-edge technology, we would love to hear from you!Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Qualifications:DVM or equivalent degree; licensed (or eligible) in the District of ColumbiaMinimum 5 years of experience in emergency veterinary medicinePrior leadership experience requiredAdvanced clinical skills in emergency and critical carePassion for mentorship, teamwork, and continuous improvement #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06