Associate Veterinarian

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Free pet exams

Discounts on products and services

Mental health benefits

CE credits support

Job summary

San Diego Pet Hospital in Lemon Grove, CA is seeking a Veterinarian to join our team. We value fairness, transparency, and open communication to meet each pet’s needs within a collaborative, family‑oriented practice.

Required: DVM/VMD, California license in good standing, and DEA eligibility. We offer a competitive base salary starting at $140,000 per year, progressive medicine, flexible scheduling, and strong support for your professional growth.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD must be completed and in good standing.
• California Veterinary Medical Board license in good standing.
• Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible

Job description

Veterinarian

San Diego Pet Hospital

Who we are

San Diego Pet Hospital team is looking for a Veterinarian to join our team. Our philosophy is to be fair and transparent with our clients and advocates for their pets. We offer transparency, simplicity, and options to best meet our clients' needs. Our hospital focuses on practice with a "family feel".

We provide exceptional care to our patients with progressive medicine including surgery, digital radiology, ultrasound, preventative care, lab work, and more. Our care is supportive, ethical, and empathetic within a collaborative and supportive doctor and team environment.

We are located in Lemon Grove, a suburb of San Diego, and are the longest continuously operating animal clinic in all of San Diego, established in 1942. We have a well-equipped facility with a devoted and highly skilled staff. We have a passion for supporting an emotionally intelligent atmosphere with a culture that understands the importance of a great work/life balance.

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, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Benefits

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial well-being designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Paid time off, including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions.
• Continuing education support through free courses, CE credits, and paid time off to complete.

And so much more!

We also have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more. This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL range starting at $140,000 / year. The actual salary offered will be carefully considered in a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of 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.