Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Wilmington·Wilmington, North Carolina
Provide high-quality emergency veterinary care in a new state-of-the-art facility. Help shape hospital workflows, treatment protocols, and the overall emergency care experience from the ground up.
Description Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an emergency veterinarian to join our team in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility opening in late fall 2026. You’ll be part of building a new hospital from the ground up, helping shape workflows, treatment protocols, and the overall emergency care experience. Our collaborative, close-knit team is dedicated to providing top-notch care to pets in the Wilmington community and beyond.
Why Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital?
Why Wilmington?
Wilmington is a vibrant coastal city with a charming historic downtown, nearby beaches, and a growing culinary and arts scene. Enjoy a variety of living options from urban neighborhoods to suburban and coastal communities. Wilmington offers a high quality of life with affordable housing and easy access to both city and outdoor recreational activities.
Why Vets Pets?
Vets Pets is a veterinarian-led company with no private equity investors. Our model ensures that veterinarians practicing medicine have real influence over hospital direction.
With over 30 locations across North Carolina, Vets Pets invests in hospital teams, professional growth, and career longevity.
· Competitive salary with no negative accrual · 25% bonus on inventory and services · Two medical plan options, including prescription drug benefits · Short-term disability, dental, and vision coverage · 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting · CE stipend (including IVECCS) · Professional dues, NC licensure, and AVMA liability insurance covered · Life insurance for you and eligible dependents · Flexible schedules and uniform allowance
Ready to join a dynamic team in a brand-new hospital in Wilmington?
Contact Dr. Paige Harrington, Vets Pets Medical Director of Emergency and Specialty Services, at paigeharringtondvm@thevetspets.com for more details and to apply.
Must be a qualified veterinarian capable of practicing emergency and critical care medicine. Ability to work collaboratively within a team and engage in professional development is expected.
Market context
Emergency veterinarian roles in North Carolina are typically driven by 24/7 hospital coverage needs and the ongoing demand for urgent care in companion-animal practice. Competition often centers on emergency experience, strong communication, and the ability to work closely with a clinical team. Review the shift structure and case mix carefully, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
