Emergency Veterinarian (Traveling) – Torrance, California
Location: Torrance, California | Regional travel required
Schedule: Full-time | Minimum 9 shifts per 4 weeks | Flexible self-directed scheduling
Compensation: Typical annual earnings of $200,000–$300,000+ through a competitive shift and production-based model
Travel Opportunities | Full-Time Benefits | 4 Weeks PTO | Flexible ER Scheduling
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Traveling Emergency Veterinarian based in Torrance, California to combine emergency medicine with flexibility, travel, and the stability of a full-time position.
Typical annual earnings range from $200,000–$300,000+, supported by a competitive shift and production-based compensation model.
Full-time Traveling Emergency Veterinarians are required to work a minimum of just 9 shifts per 4-week period to qualify for the comprehensive full-time benefits package.
The role provides significant control over scheduling, allowing veterinarians to select available shifts within designated hospitals and regions while gaining experience across different specialty and emergency environments.
About the Practice
This position operates across a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals, providing experienced ER veterinarians with the opportunity to work in different clinical environments while maintaining the benefits and stability associated with full-time employment.
Traveling veterinarians receive priority access to available shifts and can select their schedules within established regional and hospital guidelines.
Any shifts worked beyond the agreed minimum are optional, providing additional flexibility and earning potential.
The position is particularly suited to an experienced emergency veterinarian who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to experience different hospitals and locations without committing to traditional relief work.
Based around Torrance and the Southern California region, the role also provides access to coastal communities and the wider Los Angeles area while offering opportunities for travel to additional locations.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality emergency and urgent veterinary care
Assess, stabilize, diagnose, and treat emergency patients
Manage critically ill and injured companion animals
Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans
Perform emergency surgical procedures when required
Manage hospitalized emergency patients
Respond effectively to rapidly changing clinical situations
Communicate diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options clearly with pet owners
Collaborate with emergency, specialty, and technical teams
Adapt effectively to different hospital environments and workflows
Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
Provide appropriate case handovers between clinical teams
Maintain high standards of patient care across multiple locations
Follow hospital-specific clinical and safety protocols
Maintain flexibility regarding regional travel and available shifts
Candidate Profile
Candidates should have at least 3 years of emergency veterinary experience, or have completed an emergency internship followed by 1–2 years of ER experience.
Previous specialty and/or emergency hospital experience is required.
Strong surgical experience and surgical skills are also essential for this position.
The successful candidate will be a confident emergency clinician capable of working effectively within different hospital environments while maintaining consistently high clinical standards.
Strong communication, adaptability, clinical decision-making, teamwork, and organizational skills will be important for success.
Candidates should also be comfortable with the regional travel requirements associated with a traveling emergency veterinarian position.
Compensation & Benefits
The full-time compensation and benefits package includes:
Typical annual earnings of $200,000–$300,000+
Competitive shift and production-based compensation model
Minimum 9 shifts per 4 weeks for full-time benefits eligibility
Optional additional shifts for increased earning potential
Direct input and control over shift scheduling
Priority access to available travel ER shifts
401(k) with employer match
$5,000 annual discretionary fund
120 hours / approximately 4 weeks of paid time off
PTO structured with no impact on production
2 additional paid continuing education days
Travel booking support
Opportunity to earn additional travel booking credits
Full-time employee benefits
Strong work-life flexibility
Opportunities to experience different hospitals and regions
Ability to explore potential permanent locations before making a long-term commitment
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinarian searching for a Traveling Emergency Veterinarian job in Torrance, CA that combines strong earning potential with schedule flexibility and travel.
With typical earnings of $200,000–$300,000+ annually, a minimum commitment of only 9 shifts per 4 weeks for full-time benefits, four weeks of PTO, a discretionary fund, and significant control over scheduling, the position offers an attractive alternative to traditional emergency or relief practice.
Experienced ER veterinarians with specialty/emergency hospital experience and strong surgical skills are encouraged to apply.
Contact:
Matt Doyle – Senior Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com