Exotics Veterinarian
DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is looking for an Exotics Veterinarian to join our specialty and emergency care team. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about exotic animal medicine and enjoys working in a collaborative, high-acuity environment.
Our Exotics team provides emergency, urgent, and scheduled care for a diverse range of species, including small exotic companion mammals, birds, reptiles, and wildlife. You’ll have the opportunity to manage challenging and rewarding cases while working alongside experienced veterinary technicians, specialists, interns, and residents.
What You’ll Do
- Provide emergency, urgent, and scheduled care for exotic species.
- Perform triage, diagnostics, medical management, and treatment planning for a diverse exotic caseload.
- Provide primary medical care for exotic patients hospitalized in the ICU.
- Perform anesthesia and basic surgical procedures across a wide variety of species.
- Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans and communicate clearly with clients about their pets’ care.
- Collaborate with other specialty services and our emergency and critical care teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Support patient transfers and coordinate care with referring veterinarians when appropriate.
- Teach and mentor interns, residents, externs, and early-career veterinarians.
- Present case rounds and share your expertise in exotic animal medicine throughout the year.
- Participate in our Third Thursday lecture rotation, rounds, and grand rounds.
- Work with wildlife and regulatory organizations, including the Bird Alliance of Oregon, ODFW, WDFW, and USFWS.
- Participate in hospital committees and other opportunities that support the DoveLewis community.
- Build relationships with referring veterinarians and represent DoveLewis within the veterinary community and the public.
- Continue developing your skills through continuing education and professional development.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a veterinarian who brings strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for exotic animal medicine. The ideal candidate will have:
- A DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school, or ECFVG certification.
- Current or eligible Oregon veterinary licensure.
- Experience practicing exotic animal medicine, including small exotic companion mammals, birds such as parrots and backyard poultry, reptiles, and wildlife.
- Strong diagnostic, clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- An interest in teaching and mentoring other members of the veterinary team.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency, critical care, and specialty environment.
- A compassionate approach to patient care, animal welfare, and client communication.
Completion of an internship or advanced training in exotic pet medicine, wildlife, or zoological medicine is preferred. Emergency, critical care, or specialty veterinary experience is also a plus.
Why DoveLewis?
At DoveLewis, you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care while supporting the people and animals who depend on us. Our environment offers opportunities to work alongside multiple specialty services, manage complex cases, and contribute to a strong culture of teaching and professional development.
If you’re passionate about exotic animal medicine and want to be part of a team where your expertise can make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
To be considered, you must complete the online application and upload a resume.
DoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran or military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check is required.