Emergency Vet - High-Impact Care, Overnight Rotations

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Job summary

Ethos seeks a veterinary professional to join our emergency team in Redwood City, CA. This full-time role delivers high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.

A rotating internship or 2+ years in emergency medicine is required, with strong communication and collaborative, client-centered care in a fast-paced setting. Living in the San Francisco Bay Area offers vibrant communities, mentorship, and opportunities to advance veterinary medicine alongside

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or 2+ years experience in emergency medicine is required.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing emergency veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for urgent and emergent medical conditions.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new cases, triaging, and managing hospitalized patients.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent

Licensure eligibility

Job description

$200,000 plus production incentives
Full-time opportunity in Redwood City, CA
Schedule:12 shifts per month, 3-4 will include overnights in rotation

Our incredible emergency and specialty teams at SAGE Redwood City provide the highest level of specialized, compassionate, and collaborative veterinary care in the industry. Our doctor-led hospital network is always looking to meet Veterinarians who share our values and want to grow and thrive!

The Redwood City Difference:

• Dynamic & Rewarding Environment: Embrace a role where every day brings new opportunities for growth and accomplishment.
• Tight-Knit & Tenured Team: Be part of a supportive, caring team that values strong working relationships and mutual respect with strong retention.
• Supportive Work Culture: Receive and offer support on complex cases, enhancing your skills and contributing to collective success.

You’ll work in an environment where advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork come together to deliver an exceptional experience for both patients and clinicians.

As part of Ethos, your voice, growth, and expertise truly matter.

To learn more about what matters to us at Sage click here.

Location Highlight

Living in Redwood City, California offers a vibrant blend of suburban charm and urban convenience, with its thriving downtown area featuring a diverse range of dining, shopping, and cultural activities. Residents enjoy beautiful weather year-round, scenic parks, and close proximity to both San Francisco and Silicon Valley, making it an ideal location for work and leisure.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision),retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation
• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload of companion animals.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with urgent and emergent medical conditions.
• Provide comprehensive emergency care through a balanced mix of receiving new emergency cases, triaging incoming patients, and managing hospitalized patients throughout their course of treatment.
• Perform emergency procedures and stabilize critically ill or injured patients using evidence-based medicine.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Completion of a rotating internship or 2+ experience practicing emergency medicine is required.
• Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing emergency veterinary medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Lead Talent Acquisition Partner- Heather Kelly at [e-mail] .