Veterinary Criticalist

Our 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital is seeking an additional Criticalist to join our amazing team.  has a long-standing focus on emergency , trauma, and critical care and is a center of medical research. Our Criticalists take the lead in shaping our emergency and critical care departments’ growth and development and are supported by board-certified specialists in the fields of Avian & Exotics, Anesthesia & Pain Management, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, and Surgery. Our veterinary team cultivates a collaborative culture, supporting one another and readily sharing e xpertise whenever questions arise.

Our commitment to education is demonstrated by hospital-wide support of our specialty and rotating internship programs w hic h include protected time for didactic rounds , available to all , as well as digital resources connect ing our team to the full range of expertise offered by Ethos specialists . Avets has a strong history of training ECC residents, which we aim to reestablis h within the next year. Our team of VTS(ECC) training coordinators oversee a comprehensive program designed to equip our support staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide excellent care for our patients.

• 19,000 sq. Ft. Facility built in 2021
• CO-oximetry, digital pathology, & Point-of-care laboratory diagnostics, including ABL blood gas, co-oximetry, and coagulation monitoring
• Brand new, 16-slice Computed Tomography (CT), 1.5 Tesla MRI, & Fluoroscopy  
• Mechanical Ventilation & High-flow oxygen  
• Four Advanced Surgery Suites  
• Two separate Isolation Wards  
• Dedicated Critical Care Unit (ICU) to care for our most emergent and critical patients  
• I n-house Blood Donor Program

Avets is just a 25-minute drive from the city of Pittsburgh. We invite you to visit our state-of-the-art facility and explore the adventures that Pittsburgh has to offer.  

Ranked one of the most desirable areas to live in, Pittsburgh offers a little something for everyone. The city is known for its affordable cost of living, diverse neighborhoods, and robust job market, particularly in sectors like technology, healthcare, and education. Pittsburgh seamlessly combines urban life with scenic beauty, featuring riverside views, parks, and historic charm. It is home to top-tier universities and healthcare institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, The University of Pittsburgh, and UPMC. Whether you are interested in entertainment and the arts, award-winning chefs and innovative breweries, or you are a passionate sports fan ready to cheer for our nationally recognized teams, Pittsburgh is the ideal city to live, work, and play. If you enjoy outdoor adventures, the re are more than 70 miles to backpack, hike and explore on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail which takes visitors through state parks and forests to experience challenging terrain and natural beauty.

Interested?

To learn more about this opportunity or to apply, please contact Tauri VerHow at [email protected].