A unique opportunity is available for a board-certified Veterinary Criticalist who is passionate about advancing emergency and critical care medicine within a growing specialty environment.
Located in Ventura, California, this position offers the chance to help establish and develop a dedicated critical care service while working alongside an experienced and collaborative emergency team.
Practice / Hospital / Referral Centre Information
This specialist referral hospital is a privately owned 24/7 emergency and specialty facility dedicated to providing advanced veterinary care. Equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment technologies, the hospital has built a strong reputation for clinical excellence, compassionate patient care, and fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.
Departments
The hospital offers comprehensive Emergency and Specialty services, with Critical Care working closely alongside Internal Medicine and other clinical disciplines to provide coordinated and advanced care for complex and critically ill patients.
Staffing Levels
The team consists of board-certified specialists, experienced emergency clinicians, skilled veterinary nurses, and dedicated support staff who work collaboratively to manage a diverse and challenging caseload while maintaining exceptional standards of patient care.
Culture
This practice promotes a culture of collaboration, education, and mutual respect. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, support one another, and participate in the continued growth of the hospital while maintaining a strong commitment to patient wellbeing and clinical excellence.
Type of Individual Sought
The ideal candidate is a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Criticalist with a passion for emergency and critical care medicine. They should possess strong communication skills, demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, and be enthusiastic about building and developing a critical care service within a multidisciplinary referral environment.
Qualifications Required
Candidates must be board certified in Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care through the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC) or have completed, or be in the process of completing, an approved residency training programme in Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.
Salary
We offer highly competitive base salaries tailored specifically for board-certified and residency-trained veterinary specialists, with additional production opportunities that can significantly increase overall earnings. We also offer no negative accrual, supporting financial stability while you focus on high-quality specialist-level care. Sign-on bonuses are available up to $100K depending on specialty, experience, and location.
Sign-On Bonus:
• Generous sign-on bonus available for board-certified and residency-trained specialists
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan:
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage:
• Insurance plans with 3 tiered options • Dental Insurance, including a 100% paid premium option for team members • Vision Insurance options • Complimentary life insurance, with options to purchase additional voluntary coverage for self or family
Paid Leave:
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal time, and continuing education (CE) days tailored to specialist development and board certification maintenance
Flexible Work Scheduling:
• Flexible scheduling models designed to support specialist caseload balance, referral coordination, and work/life integration
Professional Development & Academic Support:
• Generous continuing education allowance and dedicated paid CE days • Support for board certification maintenance, conferences, and specialty society memberships • Reimbursement for state veterinary license, DEA license, state VMA dues, AVMA dues, and specialty college dues (where applicable) • Access to master accounts with leading medical publishers including Sage, Wiley, and Elsevier • VIN subscription provided for ongoing clinical collaboration and case discussion
Mentorship, Collaboration & Referral Network:
• Collaboration with a nationwide network of 6,000 doctors, including 600+ specialists across disciplines • Opportunities for cross-specialty case consultation and multidisciplinary care • Support for mentoring residents, interns, and early-career specialists within referral networks
Clinical Excellence & Research Opportunities:
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and specialty-driven research initiatives • Access to advanced diagnostic, surgical, and specialty support resources within a high-referral environment
How to Apply & Overseas Applicants
Interested board-certified or residency-trained veterinary specialists are encouraged to click the apply button and submit a copy of their CV. We respond promptly to discuss role alignment, caseload fit, and opportunities tailored to your specialty and career goals.
If you hold an international qualification or completed residency training outside the U.S., reach out for guidance on eligibility, credential evaluation, and potential registration pathways. We can also advise on roles aligned with your specialty background globally.
How We Can Help
Global Talent Partners provides a complimentary career consultation service for veterinary specialists, including boarded diplomates and residency-trained clinicians. With over 1,000 opportunities across five continents, we specialize in matching specialists to high-quality referral and specialty hospital roles, while supporting visa navigation, credential recognition, and long-term career planning.
Contact us today for a no-obligation discussion about advancing your specialist veterinary career.
Benefits
Medical insurance, Sign on bonus, Fear Free Practice, Production % bonus, 401k
Ventura 
California 
Negotiable
Medical insurance, 
Sign on bonus, 
Fear Free Practice, 
Production % bonus, 
401k
