Veterinary Criticalist

Association of Asian American Veterinary Medical Professionals; Tustin, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on and relocation bonus

Mental health support

4 weeks paid time off

Continuing education support

401k retirement plan options

Medical, vision, dental insurance options

6 weeks paid parental leave

Job summary

Stryker Corporation is seeking an Emergency & Critical Care Specialist to deliver advanced veterinary care in Tustin, California. This role involves mentoring, collaboration with specialists, and impactful client communication.

With a focus on work-life balance, the position offers a predictable schedule and substantial benefits including a competitive salary of $250,000-$300,000 based on experience.

Ideal candidates will be passionate about high standards in veterinary medicine and enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in Orange County.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Board certification in Emergency & Critical Care preferred.
• Experience in emergency care and critical cases.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced, life-saving care across diverse caseloads.
• Collaborate with specialists and referring community.
• Mentor and elevate doctors and technical staff.
• Drive exceptional client communication and case management.
• Help build and define the future of ECC at AVSG.

Skills

Advanced veterinary medicine

Emergency care

Client communication

Mentoring staff

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Board certification in Emergency & Critical Care

Job description

Build Your Critical Care Career in Beautiful Southern California!

Imagine practicing advanced veterinary medicine just minutes from the world-famous beaches of Newport Beach, where sunshine, ocean breezes, and endless outdoor adventures are part of everyday life. Whether you enjoy surfing, hiking, incredible dining, professional sports, or weekend getaways, Southern California offers an unmatched lifestyle you can enjoy year-round.

About AVSG

At AVSG, you'll find more than just a hospital: you'll find a collaborative team that's passionate about providing exceptional patient care while supporting one another's professional and personal growth. Our mission is to provide a solution to the challenges faced by our patients, clients, and collaborative team in a timely and efficient manner.

We are a tight-knit, collegial group of medical professionals who prioritize excellence, support, and respect. Together, we serve Orange County and the greater Southern California region with a reputation for high-level medicine and outstanding client experience.

Our hospital offers:

• 24/7 emergency services
• Specialty services in Critical Care and Internal Medicine
• 4 boarded veterinary surgeons
• An onsite radiologist
• Close collaboration with adjacent specialists in Dermatology, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, and Neurology

Your Impact

As our second Emergency & Critical Care Specialist, you will play a key role in shaping and expanding our ECC service. You will:

• Deliver advanced, life‑saving care across a diverse and complex caseload
• Collaborate with a deep bench of specialists and a strong referring community
• Mentor and elevate doctors and technical staff
• Drive exceptional client communication and case management
• Help build and define the future of ECC at AVSG

Why Orange County

Life in Orange County is truly exceptional, offering more than 280 sunny days each year and miles of beautiful coastline from Laguna Beach to Newport. The region combines a vibrant food and arts culture with abundant outdoor recreation, from early‑morning surf sessions to scenic mountain hikes. With safe, welcoming communities, top-performing schools, and easy access to both Los Angeles and San Diego, Orange County offers a rare balance of career opportunity and lifestyle quality.

Schedule

• Full‑time, Wednesday through Friday (3 days per week)
• Consistent, predictable schedule designed to support work‑life balance
• Built with flexibility to ensure long‑term sustainability and satisfaction

Benefits and Compensation

As a criticalist you can expect to make $250,000-$300,000 based on experience, with additional production compensation.

• Sign‑on and relocation bonus
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• 4 weeks paid time off and time to enjoy it
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and 1 week PTO
• Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
• 401k retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, dental and HSA insurance options – some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full‑time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full‑time team members

Join Us

At AVSG, you’ll be part of a team that values high standards, strong collaboration, and a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

If you’re looking for a role that offers clinical challenge, professional respect, lifestyle balance, and strong financial upside, we would love to connect with you. For information, please email: [e-mail]