Associate Veterinarian

American Veterinary Medical Association; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Clinic of Santa Maria, a thriving multi-doctor small animal practice on California’s Central Coast, is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative team in Santa Maria, CA. Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to dogs, cats, and exotic patients while enjoying a balanced schedule with no after-hours or on-call duties.

We value mentorship, growth, and a positive, supportive culture in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited program.
• California veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong bedside manner and client communication.
• Willingness to grow and collaborate in a team-oriented practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to companion animals.
• Collaborate with a friendly, skilled team in a relaxed, collegial environment.
• Explore interests in surgery, diagnostics, holistic medicine, or exotics.
• Enjoy work-life balance: no after-hours or on-call duties.

Skills

Companion animal medicine

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

California veterinary license

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

In-house laboratory

Dental suite with digital radiography

Job description

Associate Veterinarian | Coastal Wine Country | Santa Maria, CA

Love wine country, coastal living, and practicing excellent medicine? Animal Clinic of Santa Maria is a thriving, multi-doctor small animal practice on California’s Central Coast — and we’re looking for a full-time or part-time DVM to join our collaborative team.

About Us

Multi-DVM GP practice in sunny Santa Barbara County

Welcomes avian, exotic, dog, and cat patients

Modern, spacious facility with digital x-ray, dental suite with digital rads, ultrasound, and in-house labs

Supportive culture with positive vibes, mentorship, and room to grow

Located near Santa Barbara, Pismo, and Avila Beaches — plus world-class wine country

What You’ll Do

Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to companion animals

Collaborate with a friendly, skilled team in a relaxed, collegial environment

Explore your interests — whether that’s surgery, diagnostics, holistic medicine, or exotics

Enjoy work-life balance: no after-hours or on-call duties

Licensed DVM (or ability to become licensed) in California

Experienced or new graduate DVM – we’ll support your growth

Committed to patient care and client communication

Team player with a great attitude and curiosity to learn

Open to exotics or other niche interests (but not required!)