Flexible-Shift Relief ER Veterinarian — Emergency Surgeon

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Grand Terrace (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive relief rates

Collaborative workplace culture

Opportunity to work with ER team

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates seeks a Relief Emergency Veterinarian for Animal Emergency Clinic in Grand Terrace, California. You will join a team dedicated to high-quality emergency and critical care in a supportive environment.

The role requires a skilled ER doctor who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is able to perform emergency surgeries. Work alongside a passionate emergency medicine team within a nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine preferred.
• Ability to perform emergency surgeries is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent/emergency veterinary care to companion animals.
• Collaborate with technicians and veterinarians in a fast-paced ER setting.

Job description

Emergency Veterinarian opportunity in Riverside, CA
Schedule: Relief

Animal Emergency Clinic is an emergency-only hospital and proud member of the Ethos Veterinary Health network. That means access to national support, modern resources, and career development opportunities all while maintaining a local hospital culture our team truly values.

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

Location Highlight

Located in Southern California’s Inland Empire, Riverside offers year-round sunshine, beautiful mountain views, and easy access to everything SoCal has to offer. Enjoy hiking and outdoor recreation, a vibrant downtown, and weekend trips to Los Angeles, Orange County, Palm Springs, the mountains, and the coast—all while enjoying more space and affordability than many neighboring Southern California communities.

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 experience practicing emergency medicine is preferred (or equivalent clinical experience).

· 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 Talent Acquisition Partner Linsey Beckner @ [e-mail]