Emergency Veterinarian- Kensoha, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center - Kenosha
Job Description
Emergency Veterinarian (with Optional Senior Associate Track)
Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center – Kenosha, WI
Why You’ll Love Working at WVRC Kenosha
At WVRC Racine/Kenosha, we’re more than an emergency hospital—we’re a tight-knit, people-first team committed to making a real difference for pets, their families, and the local veterinary community. Here’s why veterinarians love being part of our crew:
- People-First Culture: A collaborative, supportive team where your skills and compassion are valued every day.
- Autonomy & Growth: Lead your shifts, make confident decisions, and build your own style of practice in a fast-paced, dynamic ER environment.
- Perfect Location: Enjoy lakeside living with big city access—30 minutes to Milwaukee, 90 minutes to Chicago (or hop on Amtrak!).
- Flexibility & Balance: Scheduling options designed for your lifestyle.
- Earning Power: Competitive base + production, generous sign-on bonus, and no non-compete.
- Room to Grow: From everyday ER excitement to advanced surgeries, you can shape a career that fits you.
The Role
As an Emergency Veterinarian at WVRC Kenosha, you will:
- Manage a wide variety of small animal ER cases and make independent clinical decisions.
- Have the opportunity to perform ER surgeries and expand your skillset.
- Thrive in a high-impact environment where your expertise directly improves patient outcomes.
- Contribute to a culture of compassionate, high-quality care that extends beyond the hospital walls.
We’re looking for veterinarians who:
- Are internship-trained or have at least 2 years of ER experience.
- Feel comfortable managing high caseloads and working independently.
- Bring positivity, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and mentoring colleagues when opportunities arise.
Senior Associate Track (Optional)
For experienced ER doctors seeking leadership and mentorship opportunities, our Senior Associate Track allows you to:
- Lead the ER Immerse Training Program for new graduates.
- Shape in-hospital CE and collaborate with Ethos Clinical Learning & Development.
- Model best practices and guide complex cases on the floor.
- Support hospital growth, recruiting efforts, and build relationships with local referring veterinarians.
What You’ll Get & Where You’ll Work
- Competitive compensation (base + production) with high earning potential.
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance—tailored packages available.
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO.
- CE allowance, licensure & dues covered, mental health and well-being support.
- Modern, 12,000 sq ft facility with in-house lab, CT scanner, digital radiology, and on-site radiology service.
- A vibrant community near Lake Michigan with excellent housing, schools, and easy access to Milwaukee and Chicago.
- Backed by Ethos Veterinary Health—national resources with a local heart.
Let’s Connect
We’d love to hear what you’re looking for and share more about life at WVRC Kenosha. Reach out to Heather Kelly at hkelly@ethosvet.com to start the conversation. We’re happy to answer your questions or schedule a time to chat.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
At Ethos Veterinary Health, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @ethosvet.com or @nva.com
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.ethosvet.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at careers@ethosvet.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Ethos Veterinary Health!
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
