Emergency Veterinarian – Bakersfield, CA – #9385

Emergency Veterinarian – Bakersfield, CA – #9385

Seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our wonderful team in Bakersfield, California!

We have a robust team comprising 11 doctors, 40 veterinary assistants, 12 registered veterinary technicians, 14 receptionists, 11 kennel assistants, a dedicated janitorial team, a pharmacy assistant, and 5 members of management. 

Our AAHA-accredited animal hospital has been in operation since 1929, and as the only 24/7 emergency hospital in the area, we have the Opportunity to see a large variety of cases!

Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.

Apply today to be part of something amazing!

About the Hospital

Our state-of-the-art hospital is equipped with 7 exam rooms, an overnight sleeping room, digital radiographs, dental radiographs, ligasure, ultrasound, 2 oxygen chambers, a dedicated surgical suite, a dedicated dental suite, and we offer boarding services. We offer hands-free radiology services at all times, and our clinic is staffed by board-certified cardiologists, criticalists, and dermatologists who visit our facility at least once a month to review cases.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Infertility benefits and gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
• Mentorship program
• Up to 100% pet care discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage, life insurance, and short-term disability insurance

Life in Bakersfield 

The rapidly growing city of Bakersfield, in California’s southern Central Valley, is full of pleasant surprises. The area has evolved into a vibrant hub for arts and culture while still honoring the richness of its agricultural roots and diverse heritage. The country’s largest concentration of Basque restaurants celebrates that history with traditional boarding-house-style meals featuring oxtail soup and an array of shareable side dishes. Outdoor enthusiasts also find plenty to love nearby, from the 93,000-acre Wind Wolves Preserve — where rolling grasslands burst into wildflowers each spring — to scenic spaces for hiking, biking, and exploring under wide-open California skies. With its affordable living, sunny weather, and welcoming community spirit, Bakersfield offers a quality of life that continues to attract newcomers while keeping longtime residents proud to call it home.

Contact us today if you believe you are the ideal candidate for this veterinary job opportunity. Click on the “Apply” button below.