Green Card Emergency Veterinarian Jobs
Emergency veterinarian roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. Clinics and emergency animal hospitals actively sponsor foreign-trained veterinarians, making direct employer outreach a practical path to permanent residency.
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VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Clackamas, Oregon is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian for a Day/Overnight ER opportunity.
The hospital was built in 1999 as a 10,000 square foot facility but it quickly grew out of that building. Within 10 years the hospital added another 5,000 square feet. A year later an additional 5,000 square foot building was added to create the Imaging Center. In 2016, due to unprecedented growth, a third building with 7,000 square feet will be added creating an entire medical complex encompassing nearly all veterinary specialties. Now, with the addition of Radiation Oncology, NWVS is a campus!
A component of community involvement is the hospital’s blood bank. It was established in 2006 to provide the highest quality blood products to meet the needs of the Portland pet population. Since then volunteers have donated over 400 units of blood, worked exclusively with the Oregon Zoo (including cross matching and transfusing elephants & orangutans) and has won Spot Magazine’s “Top Dog” award for the past 5 years. These accolades are well-earned and the successful candidate will also want to contribute to the betterment of the community as well.
Our hospital has a strong Internship program and encourage all candidates to have an interest in helping new doctors develop skills and to be an active participant in the interns' professional growth.
Clackamas is located near Portland - a unique, forward-thinking city with a laid-back sensibility and a wonderful view of the world. It is often referred to as the Greenest City in America and in 2012 was listed among the top ten places to live in the United States. Along with the “green culture” it has environmental sensibilities with tons of farmers markets, opportunities for having your own garden and a very large backyard chicken raising community. This is an outdoors person’s dream with mountains, beach and forest activities within minutes reach. The weather is mild thus ensuring year round activities and the relatively low population practically guarantees you having the trails to yourself. The city has multiple neighborhoods with their own traits but all are a pet lover’s paradise. Portland ranks first in the country with the most dog parks per capita and often voted “Pet Friendliest City in America.”
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health & Well-being:
- Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development:
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
- WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
- VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Additional Benefits:
- Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
- 100% paid professional liability coverage
- 100% paid life insurance
- 100% paid short-term disability insurance
- Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists
BENEFITS
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
INTRODUCTION
VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Clackamas, Oregon is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian for a Day/Overnight ER opportunity.
The hospital was built in 1999 as a 10,000 square foot facility but it quickly grew out of that building. Within 10 years the hospital added another 5,000 square feet. A year later an additional 5,000 square foot building was added to create the Imaging Center. In 2016, due to unprecedented growth, a third building with 7,000 square feet will be added creating an entire medical complex encompassing nearly all veterinary specialties. Now, with the addition of Radiation Oncology, NWVS is a campus!
A component of community involvement is the hospital’s blood bank. It was established in 2006 to provide the highest quality blood products to meet the needs of the Portland pet population. Since then volunteers have donated over 400 units of blood, worked exclusively with the Oregon Zoo (including cross matching and transfusing elephants & orangutans) and has won Spot Magazine’s “Top Dog” award for the past 5 years. These accolades are well-earned and the successful candidate will also want to contribute to the betterment of the community as well.
Our hospital has a strong Internship program and encourage all candidates to have an interest in helping new doctors develop skills and to be an active participant in the interns' professional growth.
Clackamas is located near Portland - a unique, forward-thinking city with a laid-back sensibility and a wonderful view of the world. It is often referred to as the Greenest City in America and in 2012 was listed among the top ten places to live in the United States. Along with the “green culture” it has environmental sensibilities with tons of farmers markets, opportunities for having your own garden and a very large backyard chicken raising community. This is an outdoors person’s dream with mountains, beach and forest activities within minutes reach. The weather is mild thus ensuring year round activities and the relatively low population practically guarantees you having the trails to yourself. The city has multiple neighborhoods with their own traits but all are a pet lover’s paradise. Portland ranks first in the country with the most dog parks per capita and often voted “Pet Friendliest City in America.”
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health & Well-being:
- Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development:
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
- WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
- VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Additional Benefits:
- Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
- 100% paid professional liability coverage
- 100% paid life insurance
- 100% paid short-term disability insurance
- Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists
BENEFITS
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
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Verify your degree meets EB-2 requirements
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from a foreign institution must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before PERM filing begins. Commission on Graduates of Foreign Veterinary Schools credentialing is typically required by state licensing boards and strengthens your EB-2 petition as an advanced-degree professional.
Target multi-location emergency hospital groups
Corporate emergency veterinary groups that operate across several states file PERM applications more routinely than independent clinics. Their in-house HR teams are familiar with the recruitment-test requirements DOL mandates, reducing delays caused by employers filing PERM for the first time.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by emergency veterinarian roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This targets your applications toward practices that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process, cutting time spent on outreach to employers unfamiliar with employment-based sponsorship.
Secure state licensure before the offer stage
Emergency veterinarian roles are licensed occupations, and most employers won't initiate PERM until you hold a valid license in the state where you'll work. Applying for NAVLE eligibility and state board licensure early prevents the offer-to-filing timeline from stalling on your end.
Understand how prevailing wage shapes your offer
Your employer's PERM filing must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV rates for veterinarians in your target city before negotiating your offer.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, the priority date it established can carry over to a new employer's I-140. Separately, AC21 job portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 has been pending 180 days, without losing your place in the queue.
Green Card Emergency Veterinarian: Frequently Asked Questions
Do emergency veterinarian roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most emergency veterinarian positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because the role requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, which is an advanced degree under USCIS guidelines. EB-3 is also available if the employer structures the position as requiring a professional degree plus experience. The employer's attorney determines the category based on the actual job requirements and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for veterinarians?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The employer must first obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, file the PERM application, then file an I-140 with USCIS. Priority date backlogs can apply depending on your country of birth, particularly for nationals of India and China. The H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with different filing requirements and no path to permanence on its own.
How do I find emergency veterinary employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on practices that have already completed the PERM and I-140 process. Searching by role and location surfaces emergency veterinary groups that sponsor foreign professionals, which is more reliable than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship late in the process.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date or case. Separately, once your original employer's I-140 petition is approved, that priority date can be transferred to a new employer's I-140 petition even if you change jobs before filing an I-485.
What role does the PERM recruitment test play in sponsoring an emergency veterinarian?
DOL requires the sponsoring employer to conduct a genuine recruitment effort before filing the PERM application, documenting that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied for or accepted the position. For emergency veterinarian roles, this typically involves job postings in specific venues over a defined window. The employer must retain records of every applicant and the lawful business reason for rejecting U.S. candidates, which USCIS may audit at the I-140 stage.