19h ago
Emergency Veterinarian
Santa Cruz, CA
$140k-$350k / year
full-timehealthcare
๐ผ About This Role
You'll handle emergency cases of all kinds, including exotics, in an open-concept hospital. You'll be a leader on the hospital floor, backed by a team that empowers you. VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work with unmatched support for growth.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Answer medical questions over the phone
- Conduct physical exams and diagnostic procedures (ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork)
- Perform emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
- Communicate diagnoses and treatment plans to customers
๐ Requirements
- DVM or equivalent degree
- Experience in emergency medicine including surgery
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg unassisted and 40 kg with assistance
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience with exotic pets
- Team-oriented and empathetic mindset
- Curiosity and commitment to continuous learning
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฐ Competitive compensation with base salary $180kโ$200k plus production bonus
- ๐ฅ Health and wellness benefits starting day one, including free therapy
- ๐ Unlimited ER CE + $2,500/year travel stipend
- ๐ถ Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks at full salary
- ๐๏ธ Equity eligibility after one year
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-3 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Callยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 45 min
- 3Offerยท 1 week
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