Emergency Veterinarian - Tulare-Kings Veterinary Emergency Services

Emergency Veterinarian - Tulare-Kings Veterinary Emergency Services

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Director. Tulare-Kings Veterinary Emergency Services in Visalia, California is a busy emergency & critical care practice offering services 365 days a year. A leadership opportunity is also available for an experienced veterinarian with a passion for providing excellent veterinary care & elevating the standards of our Emergency Practice. Partner with our leadership team to help grow our practice and receive an annual Medical Director stipend.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary emergency practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the medical and hospital staff
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, and offer explanations to pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals; perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations; diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Problem‑solving ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and internal staff
• Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Business acumen to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethical awareness of principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to continuing education and to facilitate learning of others

Pay Range

$180,000 — $200,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

PetVet is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical or mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V