Associate Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Wine Country in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join a multi-DVM GP practice. The team welcomes avian, exotic, dog, and cat patients and offers a modern facility with in-house labs, ultrasound, digital radiography, and room to grow.

We support growth for both new graduates and experienced vets. The role emphasizes work-life balance with no after-hours or on-call duties, and opportunities to explore surgery, diagnostics, holistic medicine, or exotics.

Qualifications

• Licensed DVM (or ability to become licensed) in California.
• Practice supports growth for new graduates.

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.

Skills

Companion animal care

Team collaboration

Interest in diverse areas

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

California veterinary license/eligibility

Job description

Associate Veterinarian | Coastal Wine Country | Santa Maria, CA

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

• Looking for a full-time or part-time DVM
• 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!)