What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum (Relief) Emergency Veterinarian position at VCA Animal Hospitals?
Relief Emergency Veterinarian – 24/7 ER Only Hospital
Location: Antioch, CA
Position Type: LOCUM/RELIEF
Hospital Type: 24/7 Emergency
We are a fast-paced, fully equipped 24/7 ER hospital committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Our facility features advanced diagnostics, modern treatment and ICU areas, and a comprehensive surgical suite, all designed to support top-quality emergency medicine.
**Compensation is per shift $2000-$3000, dependent on shift type**
What We Offer
- A highly skilled support team including experienced ER technicians and assistants
- Access to cutting-edge diagnostic tools (digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab
- 4 exam rooms, treatment spaces, and surgical suite
- Flexible scheduling with competitive relief rates
- A culture that values communication, respect, and excellent patient care
Position Overview
We are seeking a Relief Emergency Veterinarian to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy practicing high-quality emergency medicine with the support of strong technical staff. We work closely with our sister hospital, VCA Encina Veterinary Medical Specialists where we collaborate with other ER doctors and specialist.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide urgent and emergency medical care to a diverse caseload
- Perform diagnostics, develop treatment plans, and communicate effectively with clients
- Collaborate with PDVM’s to ensure continuity of care
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold the highest standards of patient care
- Assist with emergency surgeries and procedures as needed
Qualifications
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Active veterinary license in CA (or ability to obtain one)
- Previous emergency medicine experience
- Strong communication skills, compassion, and a commitment to excellent patient care
- Ability to adapt to a busy, fast-moving hospital environment
Ideal Candidate
- Comfortable managing a variety of emergency cases
- Works well under pressure and enjoys problem-solving
- Thrives in a collaborative, supportive team setting
- Flexible, reliable, and ready to jump into a high-energy shift
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Salary : $2,000 - $3,000