Emergency Veterinarian: San Leandro, CA

Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian

WAVES Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital | San Leandro, CA

Job Type: Full-time

A Little About Us

Washington Avenue Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (WAVES) is a locally doctor-owned emergency and specialty hospital serving the East Bay, founded by longtime veterinary clinicians and leaders who previously built their careers at Bay Area Veterinary Specialists (BAVS). When BAVS closed its doors, our founding team came together to make sure the East Bay didn't lose access to high-quality emergency and specialty care.

As a locally owned hospital, doctors and leaders who practice medicine on our floor make decisions here—not a corporate office. 

Located in San Leandro, our hospital offers easy access to Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco — with the food, culture, and outdoor access of the greater Bay Area right outside our door.

You'll Never Practice Alone

At WAVES, our emergency and critical care service is backed by a full specialty team, including Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery, working alongside us. Collaboration is central to how we practice — whether that's a quick hallway consult, shared case management, or hands-on mentorship from doctors who built their careers on this kind of teamwork.

You'll be supported by:

• Experienced ER and speciality doctors 
• Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery specialty teams
• Highly skilled ICU-trained technicians and support staff
• A culture that encourages questions, learning, and teamwork

The Facility & Medicine

Our hospital occupies the former BAVS location in San Leandro, equipped to support a wide range of emergency, critical care, and specialty cases. We emphasize high-quality medicine, efficient workflows, and cross-department collaboration to get the best outcomes for our patients and their families.

You can expect:

• A diverse and complex emergency and critical care caseload
• Advanced diagnostics, monitoring, and treatment capabilities, including ICU-level care
• Strong technician utilization and support for critical patients
• A team-first approach to patient care

Scheduling & Work-Life Balance

We understand the intensity of emergency and critical care medicine and prioritize flexibility and sustainability. Specialty services run Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with emergency and critical care available 24/7.

• Opportunities available for day, swing, and overnight shifts
• Flexible scheduling options
• Collaborative approach to building schedules that work for you

Who We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Internship training preferred
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A passion for emergency and critical care medicine and high-quality patient care

Experienced ER veterinarians, motivated early-career doctors, and current ECC DVMs are all encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

We believe great medicine starts with strong support and meaningful benefits.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous continuing education allowance and paid time off
• Coverage for licensing and professional dues
• Generous production percentage 

Why WAVES?

If you thrive on the variety and challenge of emergency and critical care medicine — but also value mentorship, teamwork, and balance — WAVES offers a place where you can grow without burning out. Join a locally owned hospital, founded by doctors who've been in your shoes, where your voice matters and your well-being is a priority.

Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $200,000 - $225,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes