Emergency Veterinarian – South Pasadena, California
Location: South Pasadena, California
Schedule: Full-time or part-time | Mix of swing and night shifts | Some weekends required | 24-hour hospital
Compensation: $80,000–$220,000 per year, dependent on full-time or part-time schedule, experience, skills, qualifications, and credentials + potential variable pay
Sign-On Bonus | 24/7 Emergency & Specialty Care | Board-Certified Specialist Support | Advanced Diagnostics
About the Role
A progressive emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in South Pasadena, California is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join its collaborative clinical team on a full-time or part-time basis.
Offering $80,000–$220,000 per year, potential variable compensation, and a sign-on bonus, this position provides the opportunity to practice high-quality emergency medicine within a well-equipped 24-hour hospital.
The schedule consists of a mix of swing and night shifts, with some weekend coverage required, making the position particularly suited to a veterinarian comfortable working within a fast-paced emergency environment.
The successful veterinarian will have access to advanced diagnostic technology and direct collaboration with board-certified surgery and critical care specialists, providing excellent support when managing complex and challenging cases.
About the Practice
This established 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, ranging from general medical presentations to complex emergency and specialty cases.
The hospital is equipped with modern veterinary technology, including digital radiography, ultrasound, orthopedic equipment, and hands-free radiology, supporting efficient diagnostics and high-quality patient care.
Veterinarians work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team that includes a board-certified veterinary surgeon and board-certified criticalist, creating opportunities for collaborative case management and specialist consultation.
The practice is committed to utilizing Fear-Free techniques whenever possible, helping minimize patient stress while maintaining a safe and compassionate clinical environment.
A supportive and collaborative culture encourages veterinarians to share knowledge, develop professionally, and work closely with experienced veterinary professionals across emergency and specialty medicine.
Responsibilities
Triage and assess emergency veterinary patients
Diagnose and manage acute and critically ill dogs and cats
Stabilize patients presenting with urgent or life-threatening conditions
Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans
Manage hospitalized emergency patients
Perform emergency medical procedures within clinical competency
Provide appropriate surgical intervention where required and within clinical competency
Utilize digital radiography and ultrasound for diagnostic investigation
Interpret laboratory and diagnostic imaging results
Provide appropriate pain management and supportive care
Monitor patients requiring ongoing hospitalization
Collaborate with board-certified surgery and critical care specialists
Coordinate specialty consultation and case transfers when appropriate
Apply Fear-Free techniques where clinically appropriate
Communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, prognoses, and costs clearly with clients
Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
Work effectively with veterinary technicians and support staff
Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions
Maintain high standards of veterinary medicine and professional ethics
Participate in continuing education and ongoing professional development
Candidate Profile
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
Applicants must possess, or be able to obtain, California veterinary licensure in good standing.
The successful candidate should demonstrate a commitment to high-quality veterinary medicine, compassionate patient care, and strong professional ethics.
Candidates should be comfortable working in a 24-hour emergency environment, including a mixture of swing shifts, night shifts, and some weekends.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, empathy, teamwork, and the ability to remain effective in a fast-paced environment are important for success.
Veterinarians who value multidisciplinary collaboration and enjoy working alongside board-certified specialists will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.
Compensation & Benefits
Eligible employees can receive a competitive compensation and benefits package, with benefit eligibility dependent on employment status and applicable plan requirements, including:
$80,000–$220,000 annual salary range, based on part-time and full-time schedules
Sign-on bonus
Potential additional variable pay
Full-time or part-time opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Paid vacation for eligible employees
Paid sick leave
Paid parental leave for eligible employees
Mental health and wellbeing resources
Financial wellness resources
Infertility benefits
Gender affirmation services
Continuing education allowance
Paid continuing education days
Extensive continuing education resources
Clinical research and study opportunities
Employee pet care discounts
Board-certified specialist collaboration
Ongoing professional development
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian searching for an Emergency Veterinarian job in South Pasadena, CA offering strong compensation, advanced technology, specialist collaboration, and exposure to a varied emergency caseload.
With $80,000–$220,000 annual compensation, a sign-on bonus, potential variable pay, and access to board-certified surgery and critical care expertise, this position provides an excellent environment for veterinarians looking to develop their emergency medicine careers.
Veterinarians comfortable working swing shifts, nights, and some weekends within a collaborative 24-hour emergency and specialty setting are encouraged to apply.
Contact:
Matt Doyle – Senior Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com