Overnight Emergency Veterinarian

Overview

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Emergency Veterinarian (Full-Time Overnight) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager. The Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group – Orange County (VMSG-OC) is a 24-hour specialty and emergency referral hospital located in San Juan Capistrano, CA with a 10,000 square foot facility equipped with an ICU, on-site CT, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, in-house lab, ultrasound, endoscopic, laparoscopic, thoracoscopy instrumentation, and more.

San Juan Capistrano offers a coastal Orange County setting with a historic, small-town feel.

This position offers earning potential with a high minimum base salary and generous production plan, up to a $75,000 sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance if needed. Schedule currently includes 3 overnight days Thurs-Sat and 8 day shifts per month.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Julia Stephens at js
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• 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 uphold high standards
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management

• 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 a veterinary 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 with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills to elicit information, establish rapport, and explain care to pet owners
• Confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets under stress, illness, or pain
• Physical ability to perform tasks requiring climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Clinical knowledge across cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological exams and appropriate treatment
• Problem-Solving: developing solutions for managing a high-quality veterinary hospital
• Communication: conveying diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and staff
• Professionalism: collaborative team player with openness to feedback
• Business Acumen: understanding hospital management and finances
• Ethics: knowledge of ethical principles in patient care
• Commitment to Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  ongoing learning and sharing knowledge

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and…