Emergency Veterinarian - $200K+ | Specialty Hospital | Signing Bonus

Lenity Vet Specialists + Emergency Care; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A female-owned specialty hospital in San Mateo is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join their growing team. The role offers a competitive salary starting at $200,000/year plus a signing bonus, along with a supportive, collaborative work environment aimed at promoting personal growth and professional excellence.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Allowance

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Uniform Allowance

401(k) with Match

Employee Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine preferred in ER/critical care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage various emergency cases.
• Collaborate with specialists in a well-equipped hospital.
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Diagnostic Skills

Collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent

Active California Veterinary License

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian - $200K+ | Specialty Hospital | Signing Bonus

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Emergency Veterinarian – $200K+ | Signing Bonus | Independent Specialty Hospital | San Mateo, CA

Lenity Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care

Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian – $200K+ | Signing Bonus | Independent Specialty Hospital | San Mateo, CA

Lenity Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care

Location: San Mateo, CA

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: Starting at $200,000+/year (DOE) + Signing Bonus + Benefits

About Us

Lenity Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care is a female-owned, privately operated specialty and emergency hospital in the Bay Area. We provide a boutique-level client experience while fostering a supportive, team-centered culture. At Lenity, we value collaboration, personal growth, and professional excellence—because veterinary medicine should feel good, for clients and clinicians alike.

Position Overview

We’re hiring a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our growing team. You’ll work alongside board-certified specialists in a modern, well-equipped hospital. Whether you prefer day or night shifts, we’ll build a schedule that supports your work-life balance. No micromanagement—just medicine practiced your way, with a skilled team by your side.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose and manage a variety of emergency cases
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care
• Collaborate with our specialists: surgeon, anesthesiologist, internist, and criticalist
• Utilize state-of-the-art tools including CT, endoscopy, and fluoroscopy
  
  

Our Services Include

• Orthopedic, oncologic, and laparoscopic surgery
• Internal medicine, ultrasound, and advanced imaging
• Emergency and critical care led by a board-certified criticalist
  
  

What We Offer

• Base Salary: From $200,000/year (DOE)
• Signing Bonus
• ️ Paid Time Off & CE Allowance
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (includes acupuncture & chiropractic)
• Relocation Assistance
• Uniform Allowance
• 401(k) with Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Pet Discounts
  
  

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent
• Active California Veterinary License (Required)
• Minimum 1 years of experience in veterinary medicine (Preferred in ER/critical care)
  
  

Location Perks: San Mateo, CA

Minutes from Silicon Valley, San Mateo offers great weather, a thriving downtown, top schools, and quick access to the beach, mountains, and wine country. Enjoy the Bay Area lifestyle while working in a community-focused, non-corporate hospital.

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about emergency medicine and want to be part of a hospital where culture, collaboration, and care come first, we’d love to connect.

Apply today or learn more at https://www.lenity.com/

Company Description

Lenity Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care is a privately owned specialty and emergency veterinary hospital located in the Bay Area. Founded in 2019 as a surgical referral center, we have since grown to include internal medicine and 24/7 emergency services, offering advanced, collaborative care to pets and their families.

The name Lenity comes from the Latin word lenitas, meaning gentleness—a value that defines both our medicine and our culture. We’re committed to delivering a boutique-level client experience while fostering a positive, team-centered workplace where every team member feels supported, valued, and connected.

At Lenity, we believe veterinary medicine should be fulfilling and sustainable. We focus on collaboration, personal growth, and professional excellence, and we’re dedicated to helping each team member thrive—because when our team thrives, so do our patients.

Lenity Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care is a privately owned specialty and emergency veterinary hospital located in the Bay Area. Founded in 2019 as a surgical referral center, we have since grown to include internal medicine and 24/7 emergency services, offering advanced, collaborative care to pets and their families. The name Lenity comes from the Latin word lenitas, meaning gentleness—a value that defines both our medicine and our culture. We’re committed to delivering a boutique-level client experience while fostering a positive, team-centered workplace where every team member feels supported, valued, and connected. At Lenity, we believe veterinary medicine should be fulfilling and sustainable. We focus on collaboration, personal growth, and professional excellence, and we’re dedicated to helping each team member thrive—because when our team thrives, so do our patients.

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