Lead Emergency Care in Historic and Scenic Yorktown, Virginia
I’m thrilled to be working on a standout opportunity for an Emergency Veterinarian Medical Director in Yorktown, VA—a beautiful coastal area rich in history, outdoor activities, and genuine community feel. If you’re an experienced ER vet who enjoys leadership, complex medicine, and shaping how emergency care is delivered, this could be an excellent next step.
In this role, you’ll combine hands-on emergency work with medical leadership. You’ll help guide standards of care, refine protocols, and support a capable clinical team in a modern, well-equipped emergency and critical care hospital. The caseload includes small animals and some exotics, with access to:
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Advanced imaging and diagnostics
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Digital X-ray and ultrasound
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In-house lab and pharmacy
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Fully equipped surgical suites
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Laser therapy and a strong hospitalization set-up
Shifts include evenings, overnights, and weekends, with flexibility built around work–life balance for the right person.
This would suit a veterinarian who is confident in emergency medicine, comfortable making decisions, and motivated to help grow and lead an after-hours service.
You’ll Need
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent)
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Eligibility for veterinary licensure in Virginia
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DEA licence (or ability to obtain)
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Strong background in emergency and critical care
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Excellent communication and a collaborative leadership style
What’s on Offer
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Competitive, customizable salary package
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Flexible scheduling to support a sustainable lifestyle
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Medical, dental, vision, 401K and additional benefits
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CE allowance, paid time off, and covered licences/dues
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Genuine scope for clinical and leadership growth as the service expands
Yorktown offers a great quality of life—riverfront walks, kayaking, historic sites, trails, local restaurants, and a tight-knit community that still has easy access to the wider Hampton Roads area.
If you’re an ER vet ready to step into a high-impact leadership role in a great location, I’d be very happy to speak with you in complete confidence.
Contact me at emily@lloydandcowan.com or +44 28 8765 8068 for a confidential conversation about this opportunity.