Emergency Veterinarian - Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center

Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Thousand Oaks; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing, retention and relocation package up to $100,000

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Job summary

The Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Thousand Oaks is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian. This role involves providing compassionate, high-quality care while performing diagnostics, surgeries, and client communication.

Applicants should have a veterinarian degree, a current state license, and strong skills in emergency practice. Benefits include up to $100,000 in signing and relocation bonuses, medical insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary emergency practice.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups.
• Client communication and education.
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery.
• Maintaining accurate medical records.
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills

Excellent surgical and dental skills

Ability to work well in a team

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Client communication skills

Education

Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD)

Current State Veterinary License

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian - Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Emergency Veterinarian (Full or Part-Time) to join our team. You will work alongside experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff, closely collaborating with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager. This role will provide high‑quality animal care and build lasting relationships with our clients.

Position Overview

The Emergency Veterinarian will work in a 24‑hour specialty and emergency referral hospital, performing comprehensive patient exams, medical work‑ups, diagnostics, surgeries, and pharmacy duties while ensuring accurate record‑keeping and compliance with controlled substance protocols. Other responsibilities include promoting teamwork, evaluating hospital protocols, and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary emergency practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals
• Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations
• Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients
• Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff
• Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Understanding of the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and relocation package up to $100,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range: $180,000 — $250,000 USD

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V