Ocean Avenue Veterinary Practice

Overnight ER Veterinarian/Relief Veterinarian

San Francisco, CaliforniaFull-time
About the Job
We are a 24/7 veterinary hospital seeking a dedicated and compassionate Overnight Emergency Veterinarian or Relief Veterinarian to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment with a skilled technical staff and a diverse caseload.

Available Shifts:
  • Overnight shifts (typically 10:00 PM – 9:00 AM or similar).
  • Flexible scheduling available for relief veterinarians.
  • Weekend and holiday availability preferred.

Position Overview
As an Overnight ER Veterinarian, you will be responsible for providing high-quality emergency and critical care to patients during overnight hours. You will work closely with experienced technicians and support staff to deliver efficient and compassionate medical care.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide emergency and urgent care to small animal patients.
  • Perform physical exams, diagnostics, and develop treatment plans.
  • Interpret radiographs, lab results, and diagnostic tests.
  • Perform emergency and soft tissue surgical procedures as needed.
  • Oversee and collaborate with veterinary technicians and assistants.
  • Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognoses.
  • Maintain accurate and thorough medical records.

Qualifications:
  • DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
  • Active California veterinary license (or ability to obtain).
  • Experience in emergency medicine preferred, but not required.
  • Strong diagnostic, surgical, and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Desired Skills:
  • Experience with emergency/critical care cases.
  • Proficiency in radiology and ultrasound interpretation.
  • Comfort with emergency surgical procedures.
  • Strong decision-making and multitasking abilities.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation (hourly or per shift for relief veterinarians).
  • PPO Medical (Aetna) & Kaiser options.
  • PPO Dental & Vision.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Short-term & long-term disability.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid time off (for full-time positions).
  • Employee pet discounts.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume to oavhmanagement@gmail.com
or call 415-586-5327 (Attn: Kelly) to schedule an interview.

We welcome both full-time applicants and relief veterinarians, including those commuting from the East Bay area.