Part-Time Emergency Veterinarian - Taylor Veterinary Emergency

Taylorveterinary; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000

CE stipend

Licensing and dues reimbursement

Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

Job summary

Taylorveterinary in Turlock, California, is seeking a Part-Time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. This role provides predictable hours with a consistent home hospital assignment while allowing for flexibility to balance personal commitments.

Experience in emergency practice and strong communication skills are essential. Enjoy benefits such as up to $50,000 in signing and retention incentives, along with a supportive work environment. Join us in providing compassionate veterinary care!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in emergency practice.
• Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups.
• Client communication and education.
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills

Excellent surgical and dental skills

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment

Client communication skills

Education

Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college

Current State Veterinary License

DEA registration must be obtained and maintained

Job description

Position Overview

Join our team as a Part‑Time Emergency Veterinarian with predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment. You’ll enjoy flexibility while working alongside a locally led care team supported by national resources.

Whether you’re balancing family commitments, pursuing personal interests, or simply seeking a more sustainable pace, this role allows you to stay clinically engaged without sacrificing balance, connection, or continuity of care. We’re flexible, open to conversation, and committed to understanding your availability and goals and building a schedule that works for both you and the hospital.

Part‑time compensation is prorated based on experience and hours/shifts worked. Salary ranges listed in this posting reflect full‑time roles.

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
• Performs 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 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, performing cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations, diagnosing and prescribing appropriate treatment
• Problem‑solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and internal medical and hospital staff
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Business acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to continuing education and to facilitate learning of others

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000
• CE stipend
• Licensing and dues reimbursement
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• A supportive home hospital environment, backed by national resources and a strong culture of care

Pay Range

$185,000 — $225,000 USD

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