Criticalist / Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian - Tustin, CA Criticalist / Emergency & Critical Care Veterinarian - Tustin, CA

Location: Tustin, California – ideally situated between Los Angeles and San Diego, offering easy access to beaches, mountains, deserts, and year-round outdoor activities. Enjoy mild weather, top-rated schools, and a vibrant community lifestyle.

About the Role

We’re working with a leading 24/7 specialty and emergency hospital in Tustin, CA that is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Criticalist to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary veterinary team. This role offers exposure to complex emergency cases, advanced critical care procedures, and opportunities to mentor and collaborate with colleagues across specialties.

The hospital is fully equipped with cutting-edge technology and supportive care capabilities, providing the ideal environment to practice high-level medicine while maintaining work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced emergency and critical care for small animals, including triage, stabilization, and ongoing ICU management.
• Utilize advanced monitoring and supportive care tools such as mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, transfusions, and advanced fluid therapy.
• Collaborate with specialists in internal medicine, surgery, oncology, neurology, dermatology, dentistry, and ophthalmology.
• Mentor and guide junior veterinarians, interns, and support staff in emergency and critical care procedures.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, client communication, and ethical veterinary practice.

Hospital & Facilities

• 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Hospital with large ICU and treatment areas
• Advanced imaging: 64-slice CT, digital radiology, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and endoscopy
• Two fully equipped surgical suites
• In-house laboratory: CBC, chemistry, coagulation profiles, blood gases, TEG, co-oximetry
• State-of-the-art monitoring: telemetry, pulse oximetry, capnography, CVP, blood pressure

Candidate Profile

• Board-certified or residency-trained in Critical Care or Emergency Medicine
• Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in California
• Passionate about patient care and client communication
• Collaborative team player with teaching and mentorship experience
• Lifelong learner, motivated to grow professionally

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $120,000–$300,000, negotiable based on experience and credentials
• Eligible for production/commission and variable pay programs
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, including infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• Access to mental health and wellness resources

Why Tustin, CA?

Tustin offers the best of Southern California living:

• Close proximity to world-famous beaches, hiking trails, and ski resorts
• Mild year-round climate and low traffic compared to coastal hubs
• Vibrant community with parks, restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions
• Central location for travel to Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego