What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urgent Care Veterinarian position at NVA?
Description & Requirements
Urgent Care Veterinarian
Competitive base production
Urgent Care DVM opportunity in Nashua, NH
Schedule: Flexible options for full-time (3 12’s per week) or part-time.
We are open 7 days a week from 9am to 8pm. No overnights!
Why Join Veterinary Urgent Care by Ethos
Since opening our doors in March 2023, we have not only grown as a team and a hospital; we have also become an established part of the Nashua community. We are fully equipped to provide high-quality, compassionate care for dogs and cats experiencing non-life-threatening medical concerns. Our facility features point-of-care ultrasound for guided cystocentesis, an in-house lab, and digital radiography (X-rays) to support fast and accurate diagnostics.
We are also part of the Ethos Veterinary Health network of hospitals, providing our clinicians the opportunity to be part of a larger network, but still maintain our distinctive identity.
As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.
Location Highlight
Nashua, NH offers the perfect balance of New England charm, outdoor recreation, and modern amenities. Residents enjoy a vibrant downtown filled with local restaurants, shops, breweries, and community events, along with easy access to parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of America's Best Places to Live, Nashua combines a high quality of life with a convenient location just a short drive from Boston, the New Hampshire Seacoast, and the White Mountains.
Perks & Benefits
Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on or relocation assistance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- CE allowance and professional development support
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee assistance programs
In your day-to-day, you will:
- Deliver high-quality urgent care medicine to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with urgent medical conditions, such as wound management, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia.
- Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
- Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
- Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.
- Support and provide an evidence-based clinical approach.
What You Bring
- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
- Minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience. Internship or background in emergency medicine are a plus!
- Confidence managing urgent care cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
- Strong emotional intelligence, self-awareness, positive attitude, authenticity, and empathy toward others.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
- A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing veterinary medicine.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Susanne Miller at Susanne.miller@ethosvet.com