Veterinary Criticalist

Veterinary Criticalist (DACVECC)

Base Salary: $225,000–$250,000 + Significant Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
Full-Time opportunity in Fresno, California
Schedule: FT

Why Join Fresno Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center

At Fresno Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, you'll join an established, collaborative specialty team dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and critical patient care to the Central Valley. As a board-certified Criticalist, you'll have the opportunity to manage challenging cases alongside experienced emergency clinicians, specialty colleagues, and a highly trained technical team in a hospital that is committed to advancing the level of veterinary medicine available locally.

FVSEC is a 24/7/365 emergency and critical care facility with a family of board-certified specialists and experienced technical staff. The hospital works closely with referring veterinarians to provide a team-based approach to patient care and is the only approved Emergency and Critical Care Resident Training Facility in the Central Valley , creating an excellent environment for teaching, mentorship, and professional growth.

The hospital's specialty team includes Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Dentistry, and Emergency & Critical Care, providing opportunities for meaningful collaboration and comprehensive case management.

Location Highlight

Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, Fresno offers an affordable, family-friendly lifestyle with easy access to some of the state's best outdoor destinations. Yosemite National Park is just a short drive away, while the Sierra Nevada, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and the California coast provide endless opportunities for hiking, camping, skiing, fishing, and exploring.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive base compensation of $225,000–$250,000 depending on experience and credentials
• Significant sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Professional liability insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee assistance programs
• Leadership, mentorship, and teaching opportunities

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Manage high-acuity emergency and ICU patients, including triage, stabilization, and ongoing critical care
• Lead or participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to protocol development
• Perform advanced therapies based on available equipment, including mechanical ventilation and high-flow oxygen
• Collaborate closely with emergency clinicians, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, and other specialty teams on complex cases
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities including CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and advanced patient monitoring
• Support the education and development of emergency clinicians, technicians, residents, and students
• Contribute to the continued growth of the hospital's Emergency and Critical Care service
• Engage in ongoing CE, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations

FVSEC's 8,000+ square-foot facility includes dedicated treatment space for critical and emergency patients, oxygen-equipped patient runs, and equipment designed to support advanced critical care. Available technology includes CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, long-term ventilation, endoscopy and bronchoscopy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and in-house laboratory capabilities.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for California veterinary licensure
• Board Certification in Emergency and Critical Care (DACVECC)
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine
• An interest in teaching, mentorship, and contributing to the development of future ECC clinicians

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

At FVSEC, you'll join an established specialty hospital with a strong referral presence, advanced capabilities, and a team that has been serving the Central Valley for years. If you're looking for a place where you can practice high-level Critical Care, collaborate across specialties, teach and mentor, and make a meaningful impact on veterinary medicine in the region, we'd love to connect.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Jake Osborn at View email address on nva.avature.net .