Practice High-Impact Urgent Care Medicine Without Overnight Emergency Shifts

Global Veterinary Careers is supporting a large, well equipped referral and emergency hospital in Berkeley that is seeking an Urgent Care Veterinarian to join a collaborative, fast-paced clinical team.

This role is ideal for veterinarians who enjoy urgent care medicine and case variety, but want to avoid the intensity of overnight emergency work while still having access to advanced diagnostics, specialty collaboration, and strong clinical support.

About the Hospital Environment

• Large, multi-disciplinary referral and emergency hospital
• Recently remodelled, modern facilities
• Strong culture of collaboration and communication
• Experienced leadership team with clinical focus
• Supportive, well trained nursing and support staff

Facilities & Resources

• Multiple surgical suites
• Dedicated diagnostic imaging room
• Advanced CT imaging capability
• Full in-house clinical laboratory
• Digital radiography
• Large number of exam rooms across a multi-building campus
• Designed to support efficiency and high-quality medicine

Caseload & Clinical Support

• High-volume urgent care caseload
• Focus on quick-resolution, time-sensitive cases
• Clear bridge between GP and ER medicine
• Close collaboration with emergency and specialty teams
• Access to board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines
• Strong overnight ER team for continuity of care

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting from $185,000
• Competitive sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible spending or health savings account options
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Long-term disability options
• Life insurance
• Generous CE allowance and paid CE time
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and CE days
• Employee assistance programme
• Personal pet care discounts

The Role

• Manage urgent care cases during scheduled shifts
• Perform diagnostics, treatment planning, and case management
• Provide clear and compassionate client communication
• Collaborate closely with emergency and specialty clinicians
• Work alongside a skilled nursing team
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based urgent care medicine

Location

• Based in Berkeley, California
• Located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area
• Access to vibrant dining, arts, and cultural scenes
• Close proximity to San Francisco and surrounding communities
• Easy access to coastal areas and outdoor recreation
• Highly desirable Bay Area lifestyle

Candidate Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
• Internship training or relevant clinical experience preferred
• ER or GP background with strong interest in urgent care medicine
• Ability to obtain a California veterinary license
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care

Apply Confidentially

This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers, operating as an employment business and recruitment agency. We partner with independent practices and veterinary groups across the USA and internationally.

📩 Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.