Emergency Veterinarian

The Position

Seeking experienced or internship‑trained ER veterinarians for our multi‑specialty hospital located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA.

• FT is 3 12‑hour shifts a week with PT & relief available as well
• 180k+ depending on experience and # of shifts worked per month
• Signing bonus and relocation available

ER doctors will have the opportunity to learn and utilize their skills in ultrasound, triage, CPR and work with technical staff of high caliber to treat challenging cases.

• Our leadership team is dedicated to promoting a positive and supportive environment
• Intimate hospital setting that fosters close relationships between our ER & Specialty departments
• Very collegial and casual environment with a lot of flexibility

• Collaboration: With multiple specialties supporting Emergency and Critical Care, you’ll have the opportunity to share knowledge with a brilliant and diverse community of doctors.
• Sustainability: As our industry changes, smaller, doctor‑led community practices are becoming rarer. We are constantly enhancing our model and growth strategy to ensure that the AVS way thrives and spreads, keeping our core values and methods intact.
• Compassion: Our work is about caring for living creatures, no matter how many legs they use. We place compassion first for our patients and their people.
• Innovation: Top technology and top skills - we are about pushing the envelope to serve our community.

Living in Santa Barbara, CA, offers a unique blend of coastal beauty and a laid‑back, upscale lifestyle. With its Mediterranean climate, stunning beaches, and proximity to the mountains, the city provides endless outdoor activities. Known for its cultural richness, including world‑class dining, wineries, and a thriving arts scene, Santa Barbara is both a serene retreat and a vibrant community.

We offer competitive pay, sign‑on bonus, relocation assistance, medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, life, long‑term and short‑term disability income protection, voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, professional liability insurance, PTO, 401(k) with match, continuing education, professional development and more!

To apply for this role today, or to discuss further, contact Heather Kelly, LVT at

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world‑class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state‑of‑the‑art technology and a scientific, evidence‑based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers.

Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at

Our commitment s to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.