Are you a motivated veterinarian excited by high-impact community medicine, diverse caseloads, and the opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding team? We’re a privately owned small animal practice that’s about to move into a brand-new, purpose-built hospital—designed to support a growing team of 4–5 doctors just minutes from San Diego’s city center.
From general wellness to general surgery—and from rats to rabbits to retrievers—our days are busy, meaningful, and full of variety. If you’re experienced in general surgery and thrive in a high-volume setting where no two days are alike, this could be your ideal next step.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Role:
Modern Medicine in Motion
• You’ll join us at an exciting time: we’re building out a brand-new, 10-exam-room hospital with a full surgical suite, radiology, in-house pharmacy, and ICU.
• Work with small mammals as well as cats and dogs—we treat everyone with compassion.
Service + Impact
• We’re rooted in community medicine, offering affordable, accessible care including annual exams, spays/neuters, urgent care, and low-cost vaccines.
• Help underserved pets receive excellent care they might otherwise go without.
Supportive, Family-Owned Culture
• No corporate red tape—just collaboration, mentorship, and flexibility.
• Join a close-knit, mission-driven team that knows how to work hard and support one another.
🩺 Role Responsibilities:
• Confidently perform general surgeries (spays, neuters, mass removals, etc.)
• Handle high-volume appointments with efficiency and empathy
• Build trust with pet parents through education and compassion
• Support a team-first environment—share your knowledge and experience
• Work 1-in-3 short Saturdays—and enjoy work-life balance the rest of the week
💼 Qualifications:
• DVM or equivalent (CA license eligible and in good standing)
• 3+ years of clinical experience, ideally in a high-volume setting
• Comfortable with general surgery and fast-paced days
• A calm, confident communicator who thrives in a team setting
💰 Compensation & Benefits:
• Base salary: $120,000 + ProSal bonus (no negative accrual)
• Relocation support within California
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plans
• Paid time off + holidays
• Generous CE allowance
• Discounted pet care
• Mentorship and leadership opportunities as we expand
🏥 New Facility Highlights:
• 10 exam rooms + expansion-ready floor plan
• Minutes from beaches, mountains, and San Diego’s vibrant downtown
