Urgent Care Veterinarian - White Oak / Cincinnati, OH

No overnights. No major holidays. Vet-owned. People-first. Be part of building something from the ground up. Acute. Pet Urgent Care is opening on Cincinnati’s West Side in White Oak, OH this August - and we’re intentionally building a founding team of veterinarians who want more than just a job. This area has strong GP relationships, loyal pet-owning families, and limited urgent/emergent support nearby.

Our White Oak hospital is being designed to give pets timely care, give GP teams a trusted partner, and give veterinarians a sustainable way to practice high-quality urgent care medicine. If you want ER-style case variety without overnight ER burnout — and you’d like a voice in shaping workflows, culture, and standards from day one — this is worth a conversation.

This isn’t stepping into an established hospital with fixed systems and legacy culture. It’s helping define one. If you’ve ever wanted: A voice in how a hospital operates Input on workflows and team culture The chance to shape urgent care medicine in a growing community High-quality medicine without overnight ER burnout This is that opportunity.

Why White Oak? Cincinnati’s West Side has strong primary care relationships, loyal pet-owning families, and a clear need for accessible urgent/emergent support. Our White Oak hospital is being built to give GP teams a trusted place to send cases that need same-day diagnostics, stabilization, and treatment — without defaulting every patient to a full-service ER.

You’ll see cases like: Lacerations and minor trauma GI obstruction workups Toxin ingestions Acute vomiting/diarrhea Urgent diagnostics and stabilization All without overnights or major holidays. Who This Role Is Built For This opportunity works beautifully for: Emergency veterinarians ready to step away from overnight intensity while still practicing high-level medicine Experienced GPs who want to expand diagnostic confidence in a supportive environment Newer doctors eager for hands-on mentorship and structured growth in urgent care We’re hiring founding DVMs who want to help establish the clinical tone and culture of this hospital from day one.

What It’s Like to Work at Acute. Pet We’re a vet-owned organization built by people who understand the real demands of this profession. Our leadership team includes experienced DVMs, Managing Veterinarians, and a board-certified criticalist serving as Chief Medical Officer. Behind the scenes, our operational team bring real-world veterinary hospital experience - ensuring teams are supported, not squeezed.

You’ll practice medicine in an environment that values: Collaboration over hierarchy Mentorship without micromanagement Transparent communication Sustainable scheduling Real investment in your well-being We believe great medicine and balanced lives are not mutually exclusive. What We’re Looking For Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent) All experience levels welcome Interest in urgent care or emergency-style diagnostics Strong clinical reasoning and thoughtful patient care Clear, compassionate client communication What We Offer Competitive base salary with 25% production pay (whichever is greater), no negative accrual No overnights or major holidays Up to six weeks paid parental/adoptive leave Paid time off that supports life outside of work 100% company-paid health, dental, and life insurance premiums Vision, disability, HSA, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program Employee pet care discounts Dedicated mentorship time and structured 1:1 growth conversations Continuing education support No non-competes.

No contracts. If you’re ready to help build a hospital that reflects your standards, your voice, and your commitment to great medicine - we’d love to connect. Not ready to apply? Let’s still talk. Connect with Jess Brotherton , Chief Brand Officer, for a confidential conversation. Acute. Pet Urgent Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants who need assistance during the hiring process. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources .