Emergency Veterinarian, Santa Cruz

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinarian role is onsite in Santa Cruz, CA, with a posted annual salary range of $140,000–$350,000, inclusive of base salary and discretionary production bonus target. Veterinary Emergency Group operates emergency hospitals nationwide, open 24/7, 365 days a year. The veterinarian evaluates and treats emergency cases, develops diagnostic and therapeutic plans, communicates options to clients, and performs emergency procedures. The role contributes to VEG’s emergency-care mission by providing timely care for pets and supporting families during urgent situations.

What you'll do

• Answer medical questions by phone
• triage and examine patients
• conduct diagnostic investigations
• diagnose conditions and create treatment plans
• communicate options and estimates to clients
• maintain medical records
• perform emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
• provide aftercare and prevention guidance where appropriate.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinarian

emergency medicine

veterinary surgery

endoscopy

animal care

triage

santa cruz ca

veterinary emergency group

$140k–$350k/year

rotating nights

weekend availability

holiday availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and wellness benefits, potential equity eligibility, continuing education and travel stipend, clinical student loan repayment, paid parental leave, flexible schedules, referral program, scrubs, and food.

Why this role

The posting describes mentorship, unlimited emergency-medicine continuing education, a travel stipend, clinical student loan repayment, and paid parental leave.

About the employer

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.