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WHO WE ARE
Since 1975, Orange County Emergency Pet Clinics (OCEPC) has been the trusted choice for emergency veterinary care in our community. We are AAHA-accredited, veterinarian-owned, and locally operated, with hospital locations in Fullerton and Garden Grove. Our mission is simple: provide exceptional emergency and critical care for pets while supporting their families and local referring veterinarians with compassion and expertise.
At OCEPC, emergency medicine is all we do, and we do it best. Our team is committed to practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment where both doctors and staff can thrive.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As an Emergency Veterinarian, you will see an average of 10–15 new emergency cases per day while overseeing the care of hospitalized patients. You’ll work closely with a highly skilled support team to rapidly assess, stabilize, and treat urgent and life-threatening conditions. You’ll also build and maintain strong professional relationships with referring veterinarians, ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care
CONSISTENT CONSECUTIVE SCHEDULE
Three overnight shifts per week at our Garden Grove location.
- Sundays: 8:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
- Mondays and Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
- Rotating major holidays
COMPENSATION
- $200,000 annual minimum guaranteed base salary
- 20% production on revenue generated above base
- Our current full-time doctors earn over $300,000 per year with production pay
- Total compensation range: $200,000 – $350,000+ annually
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Diagnose and treat urgent and life-threatening conditions in dogs and cats.
- Perform emergency surgeries, including:
- Laceration, bite wound, and abscess repair.
- Pyometra, C-section, and foreign body removal.
- Splenectomy, GDV correction, and more.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic tools: digital radiography with 24/7 board-certified consultants, IDEXX in-house lab suite, and point-of-care ultrasound (F.A.S.T.)
- Complete thorough and timely medical records during your shift.
- Provide leadership and direction to your support team during cases.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with referring veterinarians and pet families.
QUALIFICATIONS
- DVM/VMD degree and current California veterinary license required.
- Proficiency in emergency surgeries for dogs and cats.
- Competence in basic endoscopy (foreign body retrieval) and F.A.S.T. ultrasound preferred.
- Strong decision-making skills under pressure.
- Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.
- Ability to speak Spanish or Vietnamese is a plus.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Criticalist leadership: our Medical Director is a board-certified Criticalist, working in the hospital and available for real-time case management support and professional development.
- Highly skilled support team: Usual team of 6-8 staff per doctor on swing shifts, 3-4 staff per doctor after midnight. RVTs scheduled for every shift.
- Low staff turnover with many long-term team members.
- Fully equipped hospital: IDEXX in-house lab suite, digital radiography, advanced surgical and monitoring equipment.
- Comprehensive insurance package: health, dental, vision, life, and professional liability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and employee assistance program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential mental health counseling, financial guidance, and work-life support.
- Paid parental leave, coordinated with state benefits so you receive your full wage.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Generous employee pet discount.
- Unlimited Continuing Education (CE) + $2,500 annual stipend for travel and accommodations.
- A supportive, collaborative work environment where you’ll never be bored in emergency medicine.
JOIN OUR TEAM
At OCEPC, we believe that great medicine starts with a strong team culture. If you’re passionate about emergency care, thrive in high-energy environments, and want to make a meaningful difference for pets and their families, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and be part of a legacy of care that has served Orange County for 50 years.
