Veterinary Criticalist

Company: Evolution Veterinary Specialists
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Veterinary Criticalist

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 base (plus production compensation with no negative accrual)

Title: Board-Certified Doctor of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Board Certification: ACVECC

Job Summary:
The Veterinary Criticalist is a specialized veterinarian who manages and treats critically ill or injured animals, often in emergency or intensive care settings. These professionals are highly trained in handling severe medical conditions and life-threatening situations, providing around-the-clock care for animals in critical condition. Their role includes diagnosing complex conditions, managing trauma cases, performing advanced medical procedures, and working closely with other veterinary specialists to provide comprehensive treatment.
Veterinary Criticalists are responsible for overseeing patient care in emergency rooms or intensive care units (ICU), providing support to general practitioners, and communicating treatment plans to pet owners. They must be skilled in a variety of disciplines, including anesthesia, surgery, internal medicine, and emergency response.

About Our Hospital:
EVS is a privately owned AAHA accredited veterinary hospital, founded with dedication to patient care and providing all team members with opportunities for growth and job fulfillment. Our mission is to provide elevated specialty and emergency veterinary care, fostering a compassionate and collaborative environment that supports pets and the people who care for them. At EVS our outlook is always "BRITE" (Best medicine, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Empathy).
Unlike most corporately owned hospitals, you will work closely with the hospital owner and management who are committed to your personal and professional success. EVS is a 26,000 sq foot state-of-the-art facility featuring CT Scanner (Toshiba Aquilion 64 slice), GE and Phillips ultrasound units. EVS also has many scopes including gastroscopy, interventional fluoroscopy, and bronchoscopy.
EVS is located less than 10 min. outside of Denver with quick access to the foothills and mountains of CO. You will find the perfect work-life balance with the CO mountains as your backdrop!

Required Licenses, Registrations, & Insurance by Colorado Law:
Colorado Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) License.
Board Certification from ACVECC.
Registration with DORA.
AVMA PLIT Insurance.
DEA License.

Preferred Experience:
Experience working with ZCA patients & appropriate ZCA triage practices, a plus but not required.

Specialist Duties & Responsibilities:
Advanced training and education as described by the ACVECC guidelines.
Provide expert care to patients with critical care cases including diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex medical conditions and trauma.
Collaborate with other specialists and emergency doctors to deliver comprehensive care to patients.
Willingness to triage and stabilize ZCA patients and collaborate with ZCA specialty department.
Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment options, including CT Scanner, C arm with fluoroscopy capability, GE Logiq E, Vivid IQ, and Phillips ultrasound units.
Working knowledge and experience with various types of scopes including laparoscopy, interventional fluoroscopy, and bronchoscopy.
Participate in a collaborative team approach to provide the AAHA standard of veterinary care.
Keep careful medical records for all patients, treatments administered, exams, and procedures.
Ensure all treatment records are completed within 24 hours of the end of each shift.
Regularly attend and participate in hospital rounds.
Attend mandatory meetings that include, but are not limited to:
All Staff Meetings
Specialty DVM Meetings
Department Meetings
Promptly answer and return calls from referring doctors, clinics, and clients.
Consistency in leading, managing, and coaching department technicians and technician assistants.
Participate in department Team Building activities when available.
Working knowledge of the following platforms: EzyVet, Instinct, IDEXX, Cubex.
Attend and teach hospital CE opportunities for community and staff.
Includes Lunch and Learns and attending marketing events to help bring new clientele to EVS and the Critical Care department.
Work with rDVM clinic doctors to collaborate on care plans and follow-up with them regarding treatments administered.
Create and provide accurate treatment plans (estimates) to clients and adjust as needed for current patient needs maintaining within the client's financial limitations.
Ensure that the treatment of animals is done ethically, balancing medical needs with the welfare of the animal.
Other duties as assigned; this list is not exhaustive, & employer reserves the right to assign additional tasks & responsibilities as needed.

Skills & Other Requirements:
Clear and consistent communication.
Time management and organization.
Confidence in working independently when needed and completing strict deadlines.
Open to collaboration with other department doctors, managers, supervisors, technicians/TAs, and administrative staff.
Capacity to put personal biases aside to be an active listener and support in brainstorming solutions.
Ready and willing to hold team members accountable as well as yourself.
Confidence in taking disciplinary actions and the follow through of those actions.
Prioritize safety and care in operating all equipment and handling all species of patients.
Strong emotional intelligence and de-escalation skills (client and staff).
Ability to explain treatment and charges/invoices to clients when necessary.
General understanding of AAHA standards and regulations.

*Full-Time Benefits. EVS covers the following benefits for employees only. Dependents are covered by the employee.
Health
Dental
Vision
STD
LTD
Life AD&D
Privatized COPFML
Flex Spending Accounts
Pet Insurance
401k
Advance Pay
Two Employee Assistance Programs
*Benefits vary with Full-Time and Part-Time status.

Schedule Expectations:
Full-time Criticalist works approximately 16 shifts in a four (4) week period equaling approximately 208 shifts per calendar year. Shifts typically vary and may include holidays, weekends, swing shifts, overnights, and on-call if necessary to fill the needs of the hospital.


Reports to: Specialty DVM Director

Employment Status: Full-Time

Supervisory Role: No



Evolution Veterinary Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. Compensation details: 175000-225000PI6b17c8e88a47-37820-37320800

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