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Description & Requirements
Criticalist – SAGE Veterinary Centers
Dublin, California
SAGE Veterinary Centers in Dublin is seeking a second board-certified or residency-trained Criticalist to join our established and growing multi-specialty team.
At SAGE Dublin, collaboration is at the center of how we practice. Our team includes specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Medical Oncology, and Anesthesiology, with seamless partnership across the broader SAGE network. This is a hospital where specialists work side by side, share cases, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.
Why SAGE Dublin?
SAGE Dublin is a mature, well-respected specialty hospital with a strong caseload and a culture that prioritizes both clinical excellence and team experience.
- Highly collaborative, multi-specialty environment
- Established ECC service supporting a robust critical care caseload
- Advanced technology, including upgraded CT and ultrasound, high-flow nasal oxygen, and VCM
- Innovation-driven culture—frequent beta site for new tools and processes
- Modern workflow, including TigerConnect communication and EzyVet (paperless EMR)
- Team-focused culture where people feel supported, valued, and engaged
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to step into a well-established critical care service with strong support and immediate caseload, while also having the ability to shape and grow the service alongside an experienced leadership team.
Whether your focus is purely clinical or you’re interested in mentoring, collaboration, or program development, you’ll find the infrastructure and support to do it here.
Living in Dublin / Tri-Valley Area
Located in the heart of the East Bay, Dublin offers access to everything that makes Northern California exceptional—without the intensity of city living.
- Just ~35 miles from San Francisco
- Easy access to Napa Valley and Lake Tahoe
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools and newer housing
- Outdoor lifestyle with parks, hiking, and nearby coastal escapes
- Vibrant local culture, including events like the Dublin St. Patrick's Day Festival
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $225,000 – $250,000 (based on experience and credentials)
- Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA
- 401(k) with company match
- CE allowance and professional development support
- Paid licensure and professional liability coverage
- Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and more
Interested in learning more? Send your CV to Talent Acquisiton Partner Amanda Schultz (amanda.schultz@ethosvet.com) to start the conversation!
Salary : $225,000 - $250,000