Part Time Emergency Veterinarian - Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego

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.

This role is a part‑time Overnight Emergency Veterinarian position with predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment. You’ll enjoy flexibility while working alongside a locally‑led care team supported by national resources. This role allows you to stay clinically engaged without sacrificing balance, connection, or continuity of care.

We're looking for a skilled, compassionate veterinarian who thrives in fast‑paced emergency medicine. Our 24/7 Emergency Hospital is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian to provide high‑quality care during our most critical hours.

• 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 be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Perform 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 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 skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals; perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations; diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Problem‑solving:
  Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Communication skills:
  Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and internal staff
• Professionalism:
  Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Business acumen:
  Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethics:
  Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to continuing education:
  Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others

• Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000
• CE stipend
• Licensing and dues reimbursement
• 401(k) participation
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• A supportive home hospital environment, backed by national resources and a strong Culture of Care

$200,000 — $250,000 USD

Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Emily Lunsford at el
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