Emergency-CC Veterinarian (VETERINARIAN 3)

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Holidays and time off

Job summary

UC Davis is seeking a Small Animal Emergency/Critical Care Staff Veterinarian to join our world‑leading team in Davis, CA. Under general direction, you will receive, stabilize and treat canine and feline emergency and urgent care patients with support from faculty and residents, while teaching veterinary students, interns and technicians.

You will contribute to high‑quality patient care and participate in rounds, teaching sessions and the hospital’s 24/7 service schedule.

Qualifications

• Current California Veterinary Medicine License or CA University License.
• D.V.M. or equivalent degree.
• Board certified, residency trained or a minimum of 5 years of experience in emergency medicine.
• Experience to provide oversight of professional DVM students and animal health technicians in all aspects of canine and feline emergency medicine, including experience to provide constructive feedback to technicians and students regarding compliance with policies and procedures and the importance of documentation and record keeping.
• Experience to provide high quality service to all constituents.
• Current knowledge of veterinary medicine as it applies to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interact in a constructive manner with a variety of faculty, staff and students, as well as people from the community.

Responsibilities

• 90% - Clinical Services
• 10% - Teaching

Skills

Emergency veterinary medicine

Student mentorship

Communication skills

Clinical governance

Education

D.V.M. degree

CA Veterinary License

Board certification / residency / 5+ years experience

Tools

VMACS

VMTH policies

Job description

Job Summary

Under general direction, primarily receive, stabilize and treat canine and feline emergency and urgent care patients with the assistance of the Emergency and Critical Care Service faculty and residents when needed. Teach and train professional veterinary students, interns, and technicians in providing small animal emergency and urgent care.

Apply By Date

September 22, 2026 at 11:59pm

Recruitment Period

Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current California Veterinary Medicine License or a CA University License.
• D.V.M. or equivalent degree.
• Board certified, residency trained or a minimum of 5 years of experience in emergency medicine.
• Experience to provide oversight of professional DVM students and animal health technicians in all aspects of canine and feline emergency medicine, including experience to provide constructive feedback to technicians and students regarding compliance with policies and procedures and the importance of documentation and record keeping.
• Experience to provide high quality service to all constituents.
• Current knowledge of veterinary medicine as it applies to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interact in a constructive manner with a variety of faculty, staff and students, as well as people from the community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and Experience using VMACS medical record keeping system.
• Knowledge of the VMTH policies and procedure.

Key Responsibilities

• 90% - Clinical Services
• 10% - Teaching

Department Overview

The VMTH is a unit that provides clinical case material in support of the teaching programs throughout the School of Veterinary Medicine on a 24-hour basis. Its primary objectives are to train professional (veterinary) students, graduate clinical students (interns and residents), and graduate academic students; to provide veterinary services to the public; to serve as a referral center for practicing veterinarians, and to advance veterinary medical knowledge. Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Small Animal Emergency/Critical Care Staff Veterinarian to work alongside our world leading faculty clinicians and technicians, teaching the next generation of veterinarians while also serving the animals and pet owners of our community.

Personal Leave

• Vacation – earn (3) three weeks per year!
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Sick Leave – eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)

Compensation

• Competitive pay

CE & Other Benefits

• $2,000 annual continuing education allowance, prorated based on start date within the fiscal year
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program

Insurance

• High quality and low cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs.
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
• Supplemental insurance offered including: additional life, disability, short/long term disability and legal coverage.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $114,700.00/yr. - $236,700.00/yr.
• Salary Frequency: Annually
• Salary Grade: Grade 26
• UC Job Title: VETERINARIAN 3
• UC Job Code: 000353
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Contract – 12 month contract with possibility of extension or conversion to career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Hours to be arranged. To include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• Follow the UC Davis Conflict of Interest Policy (PPM 380-16). Position may, at times, require employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials, radiological, and/or infectious diseases are present.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

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