Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian

Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian

WAVES Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital | San Leandro, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Washington Avenue Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (WAVES) is a locally doctor-owned emergency and specialty hospital serving the East Bay, founded by longtime veterinary clinicians and leaders who previously built their careers at Bay Area Veterinary Specialists (BAVS). When BAVS closed its doors, our founding team came together to make sure the East Bay didn't lose access to high‑quality emergency and specialty care.

As a locally owned hospital, decisions here are made by the doctors and leaders who actually practice medicine on our floor — not from a corporate office. WAVES operates in partnership with Curo Pet Care for administrative and operational support, which means our clinical team can stay focused on patient care while getting the backend support of a larger network.

Located in San Leandro, our hospital offers easy access to Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco — with the food, culture, and outdoor access of the greater Bay Area right outside our door.

At WAVES, our emergency and critical care service is backed by a full specialty team, including Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery, working alongside us. Collaboration is central to how we practice — whether that’s a quick hallway consult, shared case management, or hands‑on mentorship from doctors who built their careers on this kind of teamwork.

You’ll be supported by:

• Experienced ER and criticalist doctor
• Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery specialty teams
• Highly skilled ICU‑trained technicians and support staff
• A culture that encourages questions, learning, and teamwork

Our hospital occupies the former BAVS location in San Leandro, equipped to support a wide range of emergency, critical care, and specialty cases. We emphasize high‑quality medicine, efficient workflows, and cross‑department collaboration to get the best outcomes for our patients and their families.

You can expect:

• A diverse and complex emergency and critical care caseload
• Advanced diagnostics, monitoring, and treatment capabilities, including ICU‑level care
• Strong technician utilization and support for critical patients
• A team‑first approach to patient care

We understand the intensity of emergency and critical care medicine and prioritize flexibility and sustainability. Specialty services run Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with emergency and critical care available 24/7.

• Opportunities available for day, swing, and overnight shifts
• Flexible scheduling options

Collaborative approach to building schedules that work for you

DVM or equivalent from an accredited institution

• Internship training preferred; ECC residency training or a strong interest in critical care a plus
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A passion for emergency and critical care medicine and high‑quality patient care

Experienced ECC veterinarians, motivated early‑career doctors, and current ECC residents are all encouraged to apply.

We believe great medicine starts with strong support and meaningful benefits.

• Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous continuing education allowance and paid time off
• Coverage for licensing and professional dues

If you thrive on the variety and challenge of emergency and critical care medicine — but also value mentorship, teamwork, and balance — WAVES offers a place where you can grow without burning out. Join a locally owned hospital, founded by doctors who’ve been in your shoes, where your voice matters and your well‑being is a priority.