Senior Veterinary Criticalist - Join a Growing ER/CC Team

Sacbar; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 313,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base compensation $225,000–$250,000 +

25% production opportunity

Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

CE allowance & professional expense

Job summary

Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Criticalist to join our Emergency and Critical Care team in San Marcos, CA. This is a full-time opportunity with a competitive base and production-based compensation.

You will manage a diverse and complex caseload in a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital, collaborating with multiple services to deliver comprehensive patient care and advance the Critical Care program within a growing facility.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Board certification in Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care or completion of an ECC residency with eligibility for board certification.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in California.
• Strong clinical and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex critical care cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care management for a diverse and complex referral caseload.
• Manage critically ill and hospitalized patients in collaboration with the Emergency and Critical Care team.
• Work closely with Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Medical Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, and other specialty services.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
• Collaborate with experienced veterinary nurses and clinical support staff to provide exceptional patient care.
• Help strengthen and grow the Critical Care service alongside the current Criticalist.
• Develop strong relationships with referring veterinarians and serve as a trusted critical care resource for the community.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative hospital culture focused on clinical excellence and teamwork.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development through VSH and the broader Ethos network.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Mentorship

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Criticalist to join our Emergency and Critical Care team in San Marcos, CA. This is a full-time opportunity with a competitive base and production-based compensation.

You will manage a diverse and complex caseload in a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital, collaborating with multiple services to deliver comprehensive patient care and advance the Critical Care program within a growing facility.