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Traveling Emergency Veterinarian

Job in Chula Vista, San Diego County, California, 91911, USA
Listing for: Thrive Pet Healthcare
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Animal / Pet Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 200000 - 300000 USD Yearly USD 200000.00 300000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking Emergency Veterinarians to join our team as Traveling Emergency Veterinarians.

Travel ER veterinarian role provides the best of both worlds, combining the flexibility and great travel options of an independent relief veterinarian with the stability and safety of a full-time position with outstanding, industry‑leading benefits! Our Travel Veterinarians are awarded all the benefits of full‑time staff members!

Qualifications
  • 3 or more years of ER Experience or ER Internship trained + 1 to 2 years of ER Experience.
  • Specialty/Emergency Experience strongly required.
  • Surgical Experience/skills required.
Hours Of Work
  • Full‑time position:
    Minimum of 9 shifts per 4‑week block to qualify for full‑time benefits.
  • Part‑time:
    Minimum of 3 shifts per 4 weeks with part‑time benefits; other shift requirements may qualify for limited benefits on a case‑by‑case basis.
Scheduling

The scheduling of shifts shall be managed through our online scheduling platform, Jobs Unleashed, and travel ER Veterinarians will have first pick of shifts. Candidates have direct control of scheduling following guidelines set by the team manager regarding focus hospitals, regions, shift types. Extra shifts beyond the minimum are optional and compensated as per the model below.

Compensation
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Shift/Pro Model (Above industry ER production %).
  • Typical earnings from $200,000 annually to $300,000+ annually.
Benefits
  • 401K + Match.
  • Discretionary fund of $3,500/year.
  • 120 hours PTO (4 weeks) with no impact on production + 2 additional days for CEs.
  • Access to Navan with opportunity to earn additional financial credits when booking travel.
  • Better work‑life integration.
  • Opportunity to see amazing areas of the country.
  • Opportunity to “try” out a location in advance if interested in a full‑time position at a specific location.

You take great care of animals. We take great care of YOU!

Apply today at the link or reach out directly to Khiari Palmer at [email protected].

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

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