Veterinary Criticalist – Culver City, California

Location Culver City
Discipline: USA Veterinary
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $225000 to $300000
Contact name: Matt Doyle

Contact email: matt@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: JAD20

​Veterinary Criticalist – Culver City, CA

About the Role

An exceptional opportunity is available for a Veterinary Criticalist in Culver City, California, offering the chance to join a leading multidisciplinary specialty hospital providing advanced critical care and emergency medicine.

This full-time Veterinary Criticalist position offers a competitive annual salary range of $225,000–$300,000, with additional production opportunities available. The role is ideal for a board-certified veterinary criticalist or residency-trained veterinarian seeking to work within a collaborative specialty environment supported by advanced technology, experienced clinicians, and a highly skilled veterinary team.

The successful candidate will provide advanced critical care services, manage complex cases, and collaborate with emergency veterinarians, specialists, and support teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for critically ill patients.

About the Practice

This established specialty veterinary hospital in Culver City, CA provides advanced emergency and specialty care for pets throughout Southern California.

The hospital is supported by a team of experienced emergency clinicians and board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines, including:

  • Critical Care

  • Internal Medicine

  • Surgery

  • Oncology

  • Dermatology

  • Emergency Medicine

The practice is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment technology, including:

  • I-131 therapy ward

  • CT scanning

  • Ultrasound

  • Olympus endoscopy

  • Fluoroscopy

  • High-definition laparoscopy

  • High-definition male and female cystoscopy

  • Interventional radiology

  • Diode laser technology

The team is committed to collaborative decision-making, innovative medicine, and providing the highest standard of care for complex and critically ill patients.

Located in Culver City, California, this role offers an outstanding Southern California lifestyle with access to Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles attractions, beaches, restaurants, and outdoor activities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide specialist critical care consultations and patient management

  • Diagnose and treat complex and life-threatening conditions

  • Manage critically ill hospitalised patients

  • Develop advanced treatment and monitoring plans

  • Collaborate with emergency clinicians and veterinary specialists

  • Utilise advanced diagnostics and critical care technology

  • Communicate effectively with clients and referring veterinarians

  • Support evidence-based medicine and clinical excellence

  • Mentor and collaborate with veterinary teams

  • Maintain accurate medical records and specialist documentation

  • Contribute to a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled veterinary specialist with a passion for advanced critical care, collaboration, and improving patient outcomes.

Applicants should have:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent qualification

  • Active California veterinary licence or eligibility to obtain one

  • Active DEA licence or eligibility to obtain one

  • Board certification in Veterinary Critical Care or completion of a recognised residency programme

  • Strong clinical judgement and diagnostic skills

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

This opportunity is suitable for:

  • Board-certified Veterinary Criticalists seeking a progressive specialty environment

  • Residency-trained Critical Care Veterinarians looking to advance their specialist career

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $225,000–$300,000 per year (negotiable based on credentials and experience)

  • Progressive compensation model with additional production opportunities

  • No negative accrual

  • Full-time schedule with flexible scheduling options

  • Personal and professional paid time off package

  • Paid vacation

  • Paid parental leave

  • Pet parental leave

  • Bereavement leave for humans and pets

  • Dedicated paid continuing education time

  • Board study support and paid preparation time

  • Mental health and wellbeing resources

  • Educational support and professional development opportunities

  • Free pet examinations and veterinary service discounts

  • Access to a nationwide network of veterinary specialists

  • Opportunities for specialist networking and mentorship through dedicated medical leadership programmes

Why Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Criticalist in Culver City, CA to join a highly respected specialty hospital offering:

  • A complex and rewarding critical care caseload

  • Access to advanced medical technology

  • Collaboration with board-certified specialists

  • Strong support for professional growth

  • Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance

  • A culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and clinical excellence

For veterinarians searching for Veterinary Criticalist jobs in California or specialty veterinarian jobs near Los Angeles, this role provides the opportunity to practise advanced critical care while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of experts.

Apply Today

If you are looking for Veterinary Criticalist jobs in Culver City, CA or seeking your next specialty veterinary career opportunity in California, apply today to learn more about this exciting full-time position.

Contact:
Matt Doyle – Senior Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com