Veterinarian

PETSURG & ER4PETS

San Diego, CA

$150,000 to $250,000 Yearly
Full-Time

Job Description

PETSURG & ER4PETS is a specialty and emergency hospital for dogs and cats located in San Diego, CA. Our team of skilled veterinarians specialize in performing minor and major surgeries. We aim to provide the highest quality care for our patients to ensure a comfortable experience and best critical care outcome. Our hospital provides the community with 24 hour urgent and critical care 365 days a year so we are here when clients need us the most. Our hospital has six exam rooms, two surgical suites, and a conference/break room to provide plenty of space to work and relax. If you are looking for a life-changing career move to beautiful, sunny San Diego, we would love to meet you!

We are seeking full-time and part-time emergency veterinarians to work at our location in San Diego. Proficiency in a specialty is a plus!

Benefits/Perks

Engaging Team Working Environment
Work and live in beautiful sunny San Diego!

Job Summary

The knowledgeable emergency veterinarian will work professionally as a team with staff to provide exceptional care for emergency or surgical conditions which clients have agreed upon financially in advance.

Responsibilities

Provide emergency examinations
Diagnose illnesses and recommend treatment
Develop and implement treatment plans
Perform surgeries such as splenectomy, enterotomy, gastrotomy, ophthalmic, laceration repair, bite wound repair, and mass removal
Administer life-saving measures such as CPR, oxygen, medications, and intubation
Perform surgical procedures and postop pain management
Prescribe medication
Communicate compassionately to advise and update pet owners on their pet's well-being
Update and thoroughly complete patient records

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
Current veterinary license in California
At least one year of work experience as an emergency veterinarian
Thorough knowledge of veterinary medical and surgical emergency best practices, proficiency in minor surgeries
Experience with equipment and anesthesia procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex medical concepts in simple terms
Problem-solving, organizational, and team-building skills
Availability to work 12 hour shifts during the day or night, three shifts per week, reliable transportation
Patience and ability to develop caring, trusting, lasting relationships with clients and staff
A desire to aid in developing the client base, staff training, and practice profitability