Emergency Veterinarian

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Torrance (CA); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 100.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources (Lyra Health)

Paid parental leave

Pet care discounts

Paid CE courses

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital-South Bay is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinarian to join Thrive Pet Healthcare’s South Bay network. You will deliver real-time emergency care alongside specialists, manage hospitalized patients, and contribute to high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Join a team that emphasizes collaboration with cardiology, surgery, neurology, and internal medicine, while advancing your clinical growth and leadership in emergency veterinary medicine.

Formación

• Must deliver real-time emergency care in a fast-paced ER.
• Able to develop and oversee treatment plans and coordinate with technicians.
• Experience performing surgeries and managing hospitalized patients.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver emergency medical care to sick/injured pets.
• Develop and oversee comprehensive treatment plans with the team.
• Perform surgeries and support critical care in the ER.
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists for complex cases.

Conocimientos

Emergency medicine

Team collaboration

Critical care

Surgical support

Educación

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent

State Veterinary Board License (Active)

Active DEA license or licensure eligible

Descripción del empleo

Description

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital is looking for a part-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in South Bay.

One of our premier 24/7 ER and specialty partners, ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital-South Bay, is growing and actively adding an ER DVM.

This is more than a typical ER role. At ACCESS, you’ll work side-by-side with board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines, including cardiology, surgery, neurology, and internal medicine, allowing for real-time collaboration, seamless case management, and the ability to practice at a higher level of medicine. Whether you’re stabilizing critical cases or managing complex emergencies, you’ll have the support and expertise around you to elevate outcomes and your own clinical growth.

If you’re energized by fast-paced emergency medicine but want the added depth of specialty partnership, this is a unique opportunity to do both.

Work Schedule

• Saturday Overnight Only | 6 pm- 8 am

Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 base salary

About You

You’ll deliver exceptional, real-time care when pets and their families need it most. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll strengthen your triage and critical assessment skills while being supported by a collaborative team that steps in when it matters. Backed by Thrive’s nationwide network, innovative technology, and advanced training, you’ll stay focused on what matters most—providing outstanding care and improving patient outcomes.

We’ll meet you where you are in your career and actively invest in your growth as both a clinician and a leader. While you’re committed to the success of your patients, we’re equally committed to yours—supporting you through high-stakes moments, unexpected emergencies, and the times when compassion makes all the difference. The expertise, dedication, and heart you bring to every patient and family will always be valued and recognized.

Our progressive compensation model is designed to reward your impact, offering a competitive base salary alongside production opportunities—with no negative accrual.

You’ll provide emergency care for sick and injured patients while also managing hospitalized cases. You’ll assess and diagnose patients, develop and oversee treatment plans, and partner closely with technicians to ensure high-quality execution of care. Your work will include performing surgeries, delivering critical care, and maintaining an exceptional standard of service for every patient who enters our emergency department.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL part-time range starting at $80k-$100k/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Your Experience & Skills

• 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 or completion of small animal rotating or emergency internships is required

Join Our Team of ThrivERs

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is our core, powering our network of hospitals nationwide. We're a 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.

ER is our core, and because we do it all, we do ER right.

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools
• Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

As a ThrivER, you'll be part of a nationwide community of passionate professionals. Collaborate with top specialists, leveraging our unique integration of emergency and specialty care.

Start Strong with ER Academy

Those newer to emergency medicine can apply for and grow through our coveted ER Academy's tailored education.

Access Continuous Support

Benefit from on-demand mentorship for real-time support throughout your career.

Explore as a Traveling Emergency Vet

Experienced doctors can explore new horizons by joining our team of Thrive traveling emergency vets, supporting hospitals across the country while mentoring colleagues.

At Thrive, your growth never stops. Join us and be part of a community that always has your back, from your first day as an ER vet to becoming a leader in the field.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.