Associate Veterinarian

Blue River PetCare; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with match

CE stipend

Paid time off

Licensure reimbursement

DEA reimbursement

Professional dues reimbursement

AVMA PLIT coverage

EAP

Pet discounts

Mentorship programs

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Chanticleer Veterinary Hospital in Santa Cruz, California seeks a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, relationship-focused team. Practice high-quality medicine with the support of teammates and mentors while building lasting relationships with clients.

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and the unbeatable coastal lifestyle, with beaches, state parks, and the Boardwalk just minutes away.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Licensed (or eligible) to practice in California.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Practice high-quality medicine with the support of an experienced, collaborative team.
• Build lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication.
• Pursue professional interests while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Skills

DVM/Equivalent

Licensed in California or eligible

Team collaboration

Job description

Associate Veterinarian | No Weekends + Coastal Living | Santa Cruz, CA

Chanticleer Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, relationship-focused team in beautiful Santa Cruz, California. Enjoy the perfect blend of exceptional medicine and an unbeatable coastal lifestyle, with beaches, hiking, wineries, state parks, surfing, mountain biking, and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk all just minutes away. Plus, San Francisco and the Bay Area are within easy reach for weekend adventures.

About The Practice

• Well-established small animal practice serving the Santa Cruz community since 1985
• Newly remodeled, AAFP Certified Cat Friendly Practice
• Collaborative, supportive culture built on transparency, respect, empathy, and lifelong learning
• Low-stress, relationship-centered approach to patient and client care
• Brand new digital radiology, high-end monitoring equipment, comprehensive in-house laboratory, digital dental radiology, and ultrasound
• Specialty referral hospital located just three blocks away
• Opportunity for mentorship, leadership development, and career growth

The Role

• Practice high-quality medicine with the support of an experienced, collaborative team
• Build lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication
• Pursue your professional interests while enjoying a healthy work-life balance

Ideal Candidate

• DVM or equivalent, licensed (or eligible) in California
• Passionate about practicing high-quality, relationship-centered medicine
• Strong communicator who enjoys teamwork and collaboration

Benefits & Compensation

What We Offer

• Signing bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• CE stipend, PTO, and reimbursement of licensure, DEA, and professional dues
• AVMA PLIT coverage, EAP, and personal pet discounts
• In-house mentorship programs and EAP wellness initiatives