Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian - Rochester, NY?Shape the Future of Emergency Care at REVS -- A Non-Corporate, Nonprofit ER Clinic Where Your Voice Matters
Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services (REVS) is a nonprofit, community-first emergency clinic in the heart of Rochester, NY -- and we're hiring!

This is more than just a job: it's an opportunity to help build something meaningful. As a locally rooted, non-corporate startup, we're redefining what emergency veterinary care can look like -- for pets, for their people, and for the veterinary professionals who care for them.



Why Join REVS?

Exceptional Compensation

Our experienced full-time veterinarians can over $300,000 in compensation per year

Flexible Scheduling

Work-life balance prioritized

Full-time and part-time options available

Mission-Driven, Not Profit-Driven

As a nonprofit, we keep emergency care affordable and invest in our team

Proceeds go back into upgraded equipment, staff benefits, and charity cases

Support for Growth

Ongoing CE support

Mentorship and collaboration with a values-aligned, supportive team

Life in Rochester

Low cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant local culture

Save for a home, take real vacations, and pay off loans faster



Our Mission

"Together with our Rochester community, we better the lives of animals through life-saving care, and we better the lives of our veterinary community by prioritizing our people."

At REVS, you'll be part of something rare in today's veterinary landscape -- a grassroots alternative to corporate ER, built by local people who care deeply about pets, clients, and their team.

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution. Current licensure to practice veterinary medicine in New York State. Demonstrated experience in emergency or critical care veterinary medicine preferred. Excellent interpersonal and client-service skills. Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Competencies

Clinical Expertise Decision Making Under Pressure Effective Communication Compassion and Client Engagement Leadership and Collaboration

Working Conditions

Fast-paced clinical environment requiring critical decision-making and physical stamina. Irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Exposure to distressed animals, their owners, and challenging cases. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Clinical Excellence:

Provide comprehensive patient evaluations, diagnostics, and emergency treatments, including surgical interventions as needed.

Client Communication:

Effectively communicate with pet owners to explain diagnoses, treatment plans, and recovery strategies.

Collaboration:

Work closely with support staff, fellow veterinarians, and referring clinics to ensure seamless patient care.

Public Relations:

Represent REVS in interactions with the community to foster trust and reinforce the organization's reputation.

Training and Development:

Mentor and support veterinary students and staff members, contributing to a learning-oriented environment.

Resource Allocation:

Assist in ensuring proper utilization of medical resources, including maintaining controlled drug inventory and equipment.

Policy and Protocol Adherence:

Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety regulations, and quality standards. *

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with legal and organizational requirements.