Emergency Veterinarian - Ethos ER Immerse Mentorship Program - Natick, MA

Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, located in Natick, MA, is seeking veterinarians passionate about working in emergency medicine for our 9-month training and mentorship program, followed by a full-time ER position at our hospital. We are looking for individuals who are team oriented, driven, reflective, and reliable.

During the 9-month mentorship, you will receive training at Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Center (Mass Vet) , a partner Emergency and Specialty hospital within the Ethos Veterinary Health network. You will have ample opportunity to grow your knowledge base and skills by working cohesively with many specialty and emergency departments. Training at both locations will provide a variety of settings, flow, caseload, and referral process, thus building a strong foundation in ER with close connections for consults and referrals. Trainees will have the opportunity expand training in emergency surgical procedures at Boston West following the mentorship period.

Our Hospital:

• Boston West is a 10,000 sq ft, located 15 miles west of Boston in Natick, MA.
• Open concept facility equipped with digital radiology, emergency and specialty ultrasound, in-house lab, and on-site CT. MRI and fluoroscopy capability are available at our in-network, Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, hospital 20 miles away.
• Our hospital is known for its loyalty to personalized, compassionate care through medical excellence and collaboration.

Our Team:

• ER department comprised of 7 ER clinicians – and always growing!
• We've just welcomed a new Medical Director and expanded Internal Medicine services to 5 days per week!
• Average Boston West doctor tenure of 7.5+ years with Ethos
• Specialty services including Internal Medicine and Surgery
• Access to Neurology, Radiology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Oncology, Anesthesiology and Critical Care at our in-network local sister hospitals
• A strong core of loyal and highly skilled technician team.
• Dedicated Referral and Marketing Manager dedicated to community relationships and outreach

The Ethos ER Immerse Training Program

The ER Immerse Program will prepare veterinarians for a sustainable and satisfying career in emergency medicine. Built from the ground up to be different than traditional rotating internship programs, the ERi program has been developed around a curriculum of core competencies essential for an emergency veterinarian. In addition to providing training around clinical knowledge and skills, the program also includes a focus on client and team member communication, professional skills, and life/work integration.

The ER Immerse program utilizes a hybrid training approach incorporating simulation-based didactic components into authentic training experiences with live patients. The curriculum is designed using an evidence-based strategy identifying competencies and skills deemed essential for a successful career as an emergency clinician.

Program Duration/Commitment

· 9-month training program beginning June 2026

· 2-year commitment as an ER clinician at Boston West Veterinary Emergency and Specialty

Locations

· Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital - 20 Cabot Rd, Woburn, MA, 01801

· Boston West Veterinary Emergency and Specialty - 5 Strathmore Rd, Natick, MA 01760

Program Highlights

•5-day work week consisting of 4 clinical days, 1 didactic day, and 2 days off each week, usually consecutive

• Rotate with other specialty services during the training program

• Always work with a dedicated mentor on shifts

• No on-call

• Competency-based curriculum that includes asynchronous learning on Vetbloom, weekly live virtual didactic rounds, and weekly journal club meetings

• Regular live continuing education events led by specialists and experienced emergency doctors

• Hands-on surgical and wet labs during training, with the option to receive advanced soft tissue surgery training in common ER procedures if desired

• Full benefits and salary during and after training

Want to know more? Be sure to upload your CV and apply today!

Work authorization in the United States is a requirement for the position. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the company, but candidates eligible for TN status may be considered.