Locations: Ventura, California
Categories: Veterinarian
Req ID: 15055
Who we are:
Associate Veterinarian | Ventura, CA | $150K–$175K + $25K Sign-On | 4-10s, No Weekends | AAHA Accredited
The Animal Doctor Veterinary Hospital in Ventura, California is seeking a full-time
Associate Veterinarian to join our team. We are proud of our longstanding AAHA accreditation and our commitment to providing exceptional veterinary care.
Our practice philosophy is simple: we offer each of our patients no less than what we
would do for our own loved ones. We are looking for an associate to help us continue to grow the practice and deliver top-notch medical care and client service.
Schedule and team
• Four ten-hour shifts per week. No weekends.
• You will work alongside a second experienced veterinarian for collaboration and collegiality.
• Monthly staff meetings, held in the morning.
• No on-call and no after-hours responsibilities.
• Newer graduates welcome with a minimum of one year of experience.
Caseload
General small animal practice. Two excellent specialty hospitals in Ventura and several
others nearby give us established referral and consultation relationships for complex cases and patients requiring intensive care.
Our facility
• Diagnostics dental digital radiography; digital radiography with board-certified review of
studies; Mindray ultrasound; IDEXX CBC, chemistry, electrolyte, PT/PTT and T4 analyzers for in-house urgent care.
• Surgical and anesthetic: dedicated surgery suite; anesthetic monitoring with ECG, Doppler, capnography, oxygen and Vetcorder; Hot Dog warming blankets; IV fluid pumps including syringe pump.
• Facility: heated cages, two wet tables in treatment, isolation area, three exam rooms, pharmacy, laboratory, staff kitchen, and an enclosed outdoor patio for staff and clients.
Our hospital is peaceful and serene rather than clinical, and we receive frequent compliments on it. Our support team is exceptional, and our hospital manager keeps the working environment in excellent shape.
Compensation and benefits
• ProSal compensation model with a base salary of $150,000–$175,000, DOE
• Production bonus with no negative accrual
• $25,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance available
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education allowance plus paid CE time
• Paid vacation and paid sick time
• PLIT professional liability coverage, fully paid
• License renewal fees and professional association dues paid
• Medical, dental and vision insurance; HSA and FSA available
• Discounted products and services for your own pets
• Employee Assistance Program with support for financial planning, legal services, mental health and work-life balance
Professional support
• Practice membership to the Veterinary Information Network (VIN)
• Free monthly continuing education, geared toward newer graduates but valuable for seasoned clinicians
• Slack group discussions across the network to review cases and get expert input
• Mentorship program and VetCor University for skill development
Where we are
The Animal Doctor is located in Ventura, California, on the coast overlooking the ocean — a genuine gem of a coastal town. The surrounding communities of Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Camarillo, Moorpark, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Ojai and Thousand Oaks add cultural, housing, dining and outdoor opportunities. Coastal life here means quiet family beaches, surfing, harbor cruises, whale watching, fishing, and boardwalks and piers built for sunsets.
How to apply
Please send your resume to Jose Izarpate at jizarpate@vetcor.com
What's in it for you:
We mean it when we say life is better here.
Vetcor is a national network of 906 (and growing!) exceptional veterinary hospitals. We have built an impressive reputation by maintaining each hospital’s unique veterinary medicine practice while providing tailored support in marketing, training, human resources, accounting, and more.
Vetcor hospitals offer collaborative and supportive environments for new graduates and experienced veterinarians and staff alike.
Each Vetcor location provides:
• A salary that grows with your skills
• Paid licenses, liability insurance, and dues to keep more money in your pocket
• Customized orientation plan for each new hire to get you started off right
• Investment in your success with continued mentorship and CE support
• Generous benefits including health, retirement, and wellness plan
• Peer support from our national network of successful veterinary hospitals
Grow your clinical, diagnostic, and surgical skills while practicing high-quality medicine among our established network of thriving hospitals! Find out more about joining Team Vetcor by visiting www.vetcor.com/careers.
