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Lead Emergency Veterinarian
Full Time – ACCESS South Bay
About the Role Provide excellent, in-the-moment care when patients need it most. You’ll hone your ability to triage and assess critical needs with a team to back you with support – lean on our community to shift in schedule or role.
The ideal candidate would be willing and able to care for sick and injured patients who arrive on an emergency basis, as well as managing hospitalized patients. This role requires the ER DVM to assess patients, diagnose illnesses, develop treatment plans, and oversee technicians carrying out these plans. The ER DVM will also perform surgeries, provide critical care, and ensure a high level of service for all patients in our emergency department.
Experience & Skills Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
State Veterinary Board License: Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment.
Licensed (or eligible) for DEA.
Experience in emergency medicine including work experience, small animal rotating, or emergency internships is strongly recommended.
About ACCESS South Bay ACCESS – South Bay is a specialty and emergency hospital located in Torrance, CA, focusing on Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, and advanced imaging. Our hospital has a supportive, fast‑paced work environment and a dedicated, diverse client base. We pride ourselves on exceptional medicine, teamwork, communication, and compassionate patient care. Emotional intelligence, collaboration, and adaptability are all equally important.
We are open 24/7. Serving the South Bay region, including Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, and greater Los Angeles.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
401(k) with employer match.
Best in Class Emotional Wellbeing Support: 24/7 access to Lyra Health, our veterinary team‑specific resource.
Paid parental leave.
Parental leave for when you adopt a pet.
Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care.
Personalized care for every family‑forming journey.
Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses.
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts.
Student loan management tools and assistance.
Compensation Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full‑time range starting at $180,000‑250,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive Vet‑founded and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive’s extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.
To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at ER errecruiting@thrivepet.com.
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About the Role Provide excellent, in-the-moment care when patients need it most. You’ll hone your ability to triage and assess critical needs with a team to back you with support – lean on our community to shift in schedule or role.
The ideal candidate would be willing and able to care for sick and injured patients who arrive on an emergency basis, as well as managing hospitalized patients. This role requires the ER DVM to assess patients, diagnose illnesses, develop treatment plans, and oversee technicians carrying out these plans. The ER DVM will also perform surgeries, provide critical care, and ensure a high level of service for all patients in our emergency department.
Experience & Skills Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
State Veterinary Board License: Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment.
Licensed (or eligible) for DEA.
Experience in emergency medicine including work experience, small animal rotating, or emergency internships is strongly recommended.
About ACCESS South Bay ACCESS – South Bay is a specialty and emergency hospital located in Torrance, CA, focusing on Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, and advanced imaging. Our hospital has a supportive, fast‑paced work environment and a dedicated, diverse client base. We pride ourselves on exceptional medicine, teamwork, communication, and compassionate patient care. Emotional intelligence, collaboration, and adaptability are all equally important.
We are open 24/7. Serving the South Bay region, including Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, and greater Los Angeles.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
401(k) with employer match.
Best in Class Emotional Wellbeing Support: 24/7 access to Lyra Health, our veterinary team‑specific resource.
Paid parental leave.
Parental leave for when you adopt a pet.
Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care.
Personalized care for every family‑forming journey.
Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses.
Pet perks and veterinary service discounts.
Student loan management tools and assistance.
Compensation Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full‑time range starting at $180,000‑250,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About Thrive Vet‑founded and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive’s extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.
To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at ER errecruiting@thrivepet.com.
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