Emergency Veterinarian | Southern California | Up to $240,000 + Specialty Support

Are you an Emergency Veterinarian looking to practice alongside board-certified specialists while managing a diverse and rewarding emergency caseload?

A leading multi-specialty referral and emergency hospital in Southern California is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join its growing Emergency Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative environment supported by specialists in Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Ophthalmology while providing exceptional care to patients when they need it most.

Why Join This Hospital?

• Competitive compensation package with earning potential up to $240,000
• Established multi-specialty referral and emergency centre
• Collaborative team of experienced emergency clinicians and board-certified specialists
• Advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities
• Strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and professional growth
• Access to a large referral network and complex medical cases
• Opportunity to further develop emergency and critical care skills

The Role

As an Emergency Veterinarian, you will:

• Manage a varied emergency caseload
• Stabilise and treat critical patients
• Work closely with specialist departments to provide comprehensive patient care
• Deliver exceptional client communication during challenging situations
• Participate in the continued growth of the emergency service
• Collaborate with a highly skilled support team and specialist clinicians

What We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
• Active veterinary licence (or ability to obtain)
• Previous emergency experience preferred
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Passion for emergency medicine and patient advocacy
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client and patient care

Benefits

Financial & Professional Support

• Competitive salary package
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional liability insurance fully covered
• Continuing Education allowance
• Paid CE days
• Extensive in-house learning and development opportunities
• Mentorship and leadership development programmes
• Access to a nationwide network of veterinary specialists

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO and sick leave
• Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Fertility and family-building support

Additional Perks

• Significant employee pet care discounts
• Access to clinical studies and research opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

Why Southern California?

Enjoy year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches, world-class dining, and endless outdoor activities. With easy access to Los Angeles, the South Bay area offers an incredible lifestyle balancing career growth with coastal living.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact:

Poppy Greenshields
Recruitment Consultant | Global Veterinary Careers

📧 poppy.greenshields@gvcvets.com
📞 +1 (929) 277-3945