Board-Certified Veterinary Criticalist – Redlands, CA
About the Role
A state-of-the-art, 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Criticalist (DACVECC or equivalent) to join their team in Redlands, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity for critical care specialists who want to provide gold-standard medicine in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with mentorship and teaching opportunities.
Key Highlights:
Location: Redlands, CA – scenic foothills near the San Bernardino Mountains
Role: Veterinary Criticalist / Emergency & Critical Care (ECC)
Schedule: Full-time, flexible shifts in a 24/7 hospital
Compensation: $250,000–$300,000 base salary, commensurate with experience
Sign-On Incentives: Generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, multi-year retention rewards
About the Practice
This veterinarian-owned and operated emergency and critical care hospital spans 26,000 sq. ft. and is designed to support high-quality patient care with efficiency and calm. The facility balances cutting-edge medical capability with a beautiful, stress-reducing environment for pets, clients, and staff.
Facility highlights include:
Two fully equipped surgical suites
Dedicated endoscopy/video-endoscopy room
Spacious ICU/ER with species-specific wards for cats, small dogs, and large dogs
Central ICU with oxygen cages and Pulmonetic ventilator
Advanced diagnostics including Spiral CT, digital radiography, and ultrasound
Fear-Free certified cat ward and stress-minimizing enclosures
Separate isolation and step-down wards for critical care
Highly skilled and licensed veterinary technician/assistant team
The culture emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, mentorship, and teaching, with opportunities to host veterinary student rotations and participate in external educational programs.
Responsibilities
Provide advanced emergency and critical care across multiple species
Triage, stabilize, and manage critically ill or injured patients
Perform diagnostics, medical procedures, and critical care interventions
Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients, referring veterinarians, and team members
Mentor and guide veterinary technicians, assistants, and other clinicians
Participate in teaching opportunities for veterinary students and junior clinicians
Contribute to continuous improvement and quality assurance initiatives
Uphold hospital protocols, safety standards, and Fear-Free patient care principles
Candidate Profile
DVM or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school
Board-Certified or Residency-Trained in Critical Care (DACVECC preferred)
Licensed or license-eligible in California
DEA registration or ability to obtain
Strong clinical expertise in cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, orthopedic, and critical care
Leadership and mentoring experience with technicians/assistants
Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and professionalism
Physically able to perform patient handling and emergency procedures
Commitment to continuous learning, teaching, and high standards of medicine
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $250,000–$300,000, commensurate with experience
Production-based incentives and multi-year retention rewards
Generous sign-on bonus and relocation support
Flexible scheduling with overnight shift opportunities
Early teaching opportunities for veterinary students
Comprehensive health benefits, PTO, and continuing education support
Supportive, collaborative work environment focused on professional growth
State-of-the-art equipment and hospital design to maximize clinical efficiency
Participation in a veterinarian-owned and operated network offering long-term career growth
Apply Today
This is a rare opportunity for Board-Certified Criticalists or Residency-Trained veterinarians in Redlands, CA, combining clinical excellence, leadership, and mentorship in a beautiful, 24/7 emergency hospital.
Contact:
Matt Doyle – Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com