Critical Care Specialist – Pasadena, Los Angeles

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals are some of the most advanced, inclusive, and progressive veterinary multi-specialty referral hospitals in California. While we offer benefits normally associated only with large hospitals, our specialty culture nurtures a collaborative team environment that is the envy of many.  We are excited to announce our newest, cutting-edge specialty animal hospital has expanded in Pasadena, and we are looking for an additional Criticalist to join our team!  Nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, ten miles from downtown Los Angeles and forty minutes to the ocean, Pasadena is home to The Rose Bowl, Old Town Shopping and Dining district known for its character art deco buildings, and 1000’s of pets!  If you want to make a difference delivering exceptional medicine in a fast-paced environment, please read on!

Looking for a quick summary of who we are:

Our Values + Our People: We’re different. Light on ego, heavy on collaboration.  We encourage innovation within our medical care and management. We value growth and development and will work with you to help you achieve all your goals. We emphasize staying current with the best treatment options and techniques.

Our Practice:

ACCESS, a network of multi-specialty hospitals located throughout the SoCal area, provides 24/7 ER and comprehensive specialty care to the surrounding communities. Our departments have a busy and varied caseload with a high number of referrals and emergency cases.  Our specialties include cardiology, oncology, internal medicine, interventional radiology, endoscopy, surgery, orthopedic surgery with joint replacement center, nephrology with IHD, CRRT, Plasma Exchange and SCUF available, neurology, urology along with Avian + Exotic medicine.  We also have a highly trained and skilled support staff who are dedicated to ensuring the success of our services.

To provide the best care possible, we stay apprised of new innovations, and utilize an extensive array of cutting-edge diagnostic, therapeutic, and monitoring equipment. These include a complete laboratory (CBC/Chemistry/ Siemens Rapid Point Blood Gas Analyzer/I-stat/SCA2000, SnapDx, VetTest, TEG), monitoring devices (Cardell Max 12/Telemetry/NIBP/Invasive BP/telemetry), digital radiography, color flow Doppler ultrasound (Toshiba Aplio, Sonoscape portable ultrasound GE Vivid Cardiac), OEC 9800 & 9900 fluoroscopy with neurovascular package, 64 slice helical CT, and 1.5T MRI. Each hospital is fully equipped with Pulmonetics or Maquet Servo critical care ventilators. We are also equipped with complete endoscopic, laparoscopic, and thoracoscopic instrumentation. We are always willing to expand in different directions and explore new therapies. We are fully equipped and able to provide the best care to our patients!

Benefits – our care in action

We invest heavily in our teams' growth and development.  We nurture an emotionally intelligent workplace and strive to maintain a positive work/life balance. We pride ourselves in creating an environment that meets your specific needs and enhances your quality of life and work.

Some of our benefits include:

• A progressive compensation model that includes competitive base salaries with additional production opportunities with no negative accrual.
• A Personal + Professional Package of Paid Time Off

• Paid Vacation time, Parental leave, PURR-rental leave, and bereavement – to grieve both humans and pets.
• Separate paid time to pursue Continuing Education
• Generous Support for Board Study Paid Time

• Mental health and well-being, as we understand the unique challenges that come with veterinary care and offer resources to alleviate them.
• Educational support because knowledge is not only power but also fundamental in your growth and development.
• Impressive Pet Perks – free exams and discounts on products and services at all Thrive locations.

 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, check us out at https://accessvetspasadena.com and please email Dr Kathryn Gates at kgates@accessvets.com. We would love to chat with you!

At ACCESS Pasadena, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required

• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, before their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• Board Certified Specialist or Residency Trained Veterinarian.

About ACCESS Pasadena

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals are some of the most advanced, inclusive, and progressive veterinary multi-specialty referral hospitals in California. While we offer benefits normally associated only with large hospitals, our specialty culture nurtures a collaborative team environment that is the envy of many. We are excited to announce our newest, cutting-edge specialty animal hospital now open in Pasadena. Nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, ten miles from downtown Los Angeles and forty minutes to the ocean, Pasadena is home to The Rose Bowl, The Old Town Shopping and Dining district known for its character art deco buildings, and 1000’s of pets! Want to make a difference delivering exceptional medicine in a fast-paced environment, please read on!

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