Part Time Emergency Veterinarian - Tulare-Kings Veterinary Emergency Services

Tkves; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000

Continuing education stipend

Licensing and dues reimbursement

Emotional wellbeing support

Job summary

Tkves in Visalia, California is looking for a Part Time Emergency Veterinarian to join their busy emergency practice. This role offers predictable hours and a supportive environment where you can maintain a balance while providing high-quality veterinary care.

The ideal candidate must possess a DVM or VMD degree, a current State Veterinary License, and have at least 1 year of emergency practice experience. Benefits include signing incentives, continuing education stipends, and emotional wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in emergency practice.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks as required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills

Excellent surgical and dental skills

Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD)

Current State Veterinary License

DEA registration

Job description

Part Time Emergency Veterinarian – Tulare-Kings Veterinary Emergency Services

Tulare-Kings Veterinary Emergency Services in Visalia, California is a busy Emergency & Critical Care practice offering services 365 days a year. This part‑time veterinarian position offers predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment.

This role allows you to stay clinically engaged without sacrificing balance, connection, or continuity of care while working alongside a locally led care team supported by national resources.

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 hospital operations from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases and attend daily rounds as possible
• 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 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
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members
• Comfortable handling of anxious or distressed patients
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks as required

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Comprehensive clinical knowledge in cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other examinations
• Problem‑solving skills for high‑quality veterinary hospital management
• Strong communicator with clients and internal staff
• Professionalism and openness to constructive feedback
• Business acumen and understanding of veterinary hospital finances
• Knowledge of ethical principles guiding patient decisions
• Commitment to continuing education

Pay Range

$180,000 – $200,000 USD (full‑time equivalent; part‑time hours prorated)

Benefits

• Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000
• Continuing education stipend
• Licensing and dues reimbursement
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• Supportive home hospital environment backed by national resources and a strong Culture of Care

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