Emergency Veterinarian

The Hospital

Looking for a full-time Emergency Veterinarian role in a high-capability emergency and referral hospital in Los Angeles, California?

Global Veterinary Careers is currently supporting a leading emergency veterinary hospital located in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The hospital delivers advanced emergency care supported by experienced clinicians, outstanding technician teams, and robust medical infrastructure.

This opportunity is ideal for emergency veterinarians who enjoy fast-paced clinical environments, complex case management, and practicing high-level emergency medicine with strong institutional support and a focus on clinician wellbeing, education, and inclusion.

The hospital is proud to offer:

• 24/7 emergency and critical care services

• Advanced diagnostics and emergency treatment capabilities

• Strong technician-to-doctor ratios with highly skilled support staff

• Collaborative clinical culture focused on teamwork and learning

• Structured leadership, mentorship, and professional development pathways

• Extensive wellbeing, mental health, and resilience resources

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

The Benefits

• Average base + production compensation: $200,000 – $240,000

• Production compensation with no negative accrual (paid quarterly)

• No non-compete clause

• Additional shift and weekend differentials (region- and hospital-dependent)

• 401(k) with employer match

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

• Parental and fertility benefits

• DVM stipend

• Extensive CE, education, and clinical development resources

• Mental health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling access

• Generous employee and pet care discounts

• Additional ancillary benefits and perks

The Role

Full-Time Emergency Veterinarian role including:

• Managing high-acuity emergency and critical care cases

• Rapid diagnostics, treatment planning, and case management

• Delivering compassionate, high-quality emergency care

• Collaborating with emergency clinicians, technicians, and support teams

• Communicating effectively with pet owners during critical situations

• Participating in ongoing education, mentorship, and professional development

• Practicing emergency medicine in a supportive, well-resourced environment

Location

Los Angeles, California offers an unparalleled lifestyle with access to beaches, mountains, world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural diversity.

With year-round sunshine, endless recreational opportunities, and a vibrant professional landscape, Los Angeles remains one of the most exciting cities in the U.S. for veterinary professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle balance.

To Be Considered for This Position, You Must Have:

• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university

• Valid California veterinary license (or ability to obtain)

• Experience or strong interest in emergency and critical care medicine

• Excellent decision-making, analytical, and multitasking skills

• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment

• Commitment to continuous learning and clinical excellence

• Strong communication skills and collaborative approach

This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers , who operate as an employment business and recruitment agency. We work with independent practices and corporate groups worldwide across general practice, emergency, and specialist veterinary roles.