Build Confidence for Your Career in Emergency Veterinary Medicine
A career in veterinary emergency medicine starts with a strong foundation and people invested in your growth. Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty (DCES) in Bowie, Maryland, serves as the six-month training site for participating Ethos ER Immerse (ERi) opportunities at Virginia Veterinary Centers in Fredericksburg and Valley Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center in Winchester. Through guided clinical experience, structured learning, and dedicated mentorship, you’ll develop skills that support a sustainable and rewarding career as an emergency veterinarian. The upcoming training program begins in June or July 2027.
Learn with Support at DCES
ER Immerse combines hands-on patient care with simulation-based learning and a curriculum focused on the core competencies of emergency practice. Alongside clinical knowledge and technical skills, the program emphasizes client communication, teamwork, professional development, and life/work integration.
During your six months at DCES, your training includes:
Dedicated mentorship: Work alongside a dedicated mentor on every training shift.
Specialty rotations: Gain experience through rotations with specialty services.
Structured learning: Complete asynchronous coursework through VetBloom and participate in weekly live virtual didactic rounds.
Continuing education: Learn from specialists and experienced emergency veterinarians during regular live education events.
Both participating opportunities list no on-call requirements. Surgical training requirements vary by hiring hospital; review the opportunities below for details.
Your Training and Career Path
Apply through a participating hospital Explore the Fredericksburg and Winchester opportunities below and submit your application through the corresponding job posting.
Train at DCES in Bowie Complete six months of ER Immerse training at Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty, 6700 LaurelBowie Road, Bowie, MD 20715.
Continue your career in Virginia Beginning in month seven, transition into an emergency clinician role at your selected hiring hospital. Each opportunity has its own post-training commitment.
Explore Participating Hospitals
Virginia Veterinary Centers
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Prepare for an emergency medicine career with Virginia Veterinary Centers in Fredericksburg, where emergency veterinarians collaborate with an onsite criticalist and surgeon.
- Training: Six months at DCES, beginning June or July 2027
- Following training: Two-year commitment as an ER clinician at VVC
- Surgical training: Required
- Career location: 1301 Central Park Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Valley Veterinary Emergency and Referral Center
Winchester, Virginia
Prepare for an emergency medicine career with Valley Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center, which emphasizes a respectful, collaborative work environment and team well-being.
- Training: Six months at DCES, beginning June or July 2027
- Following training: 18-month commitment as an ER clinician at VVERC
- Surgical training: Optional
- Career location: 210 Costello Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
Plan Your Next Step
Applications are accepted year-round, but mentorship positions are limited. The participating hospitals recommend applying by November 1st to maximize your opportunity for placement. Applications received afterward are considered as positions remain available.
Review each job posting for compensation, benefits, eligibility requirements, and application instructions. Be sure to upload your CV when applying.
Work authorization in the United States is required. These positions are not eligible for companysponsored visas; candidates eligible for TN status may be considered.