Emergency Veterinarian

Crossroads Animal Emergency & Referral Center (Norwalk); Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

401(k) with employer match

Emotional wellbeing support

Parental leave

Pet perks

Job summary

Crossroads Animal Emergency is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our ThorvER team within the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. This 24/7 emergency hospital emphasizes teamwork, high‑quality patient care, and strong clinical judgment.

As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you will have access to national resources while serving our local community in Norwalk, CA. The role offers competitive pay and a sign-on bonus up to $75k with an additional retention bonus up to $25k over three years.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Active and in good standing State Veterinary Board License for the state of employment.
• DEA license or eligible to practice.
• Experience in emergency medicine or internships recommended.

Skills

Emergency medicine experience

Team collaboration

Education

DVM / VMD or equivalent

Tools

Active State Veterinary Board License

DEA license or eligible

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian

Full Time

Crossroads Animal Emergency

Sign on bonus of up to $75k and Retention Bonus of up to $25k over 3 years

Crossroads Animal Emergency is looking for an Emergency Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

At Crossroads Animal Emergency, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

Crossroads Animal Emergency is an emergency hospital focusing on emergency medicine, urgent care, and referral support. Our hospital has a collaborative, team-based work environment and a busy client base. We pride ourselves on quality medicine, clear communication, and compassionate patient care. Reliability, teamwork, and strong clinical judgement are all equally important.

We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Experience & Skills Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.

State Veterinary Board License: Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment

Obtained prior to start date

Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Experience in emergency medicine including work experience, small animal rotating or emergency internships is strongly recommended.

Join Our Team of ThrivERs At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is our core, powering our network of hospitals nationwide. We are proud, excellence-centered community committed to mutual success—yours included. As a ThrivER - you'll collaborate closely with specialists, keeping your skills sharp and medicine cutting-edge. By integrating emergency expertise with full-spectrum veterinary services, we've cracked the code on superior pet healthcare. This unique integration sets us apart, ensuring top-tier care when pets need it most.

Benefits – our care in action

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Best in Class Emotional Wellbeing Support: 24/7 access to Lyra Health, our veterinary team-specific resource
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

About Thrive

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Compensation

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $200,000-$250,000/year, with a sign-on bonus of up to $75,000. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.