Associate Veterinarian - Four-Day Week, Mentorship

White's Pet Hospital; Santa Barbara; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to $150,000

Health/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with match

Generous CE days and allowance

Sign-on and relocation bonuses

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates seeks an Associate Veterinarian for White's Pet Hospital in Santa Barbara, CA. Join a supportive team that values work-life balance and offers a collaboration-focused environment. The role includes providing medical and surgical care while utilizing advanced technology.

Competitive salary up to $150,000 and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and sign-on bonuses. Graduates from AVMA-accredited programs or those holding ECFVG/PAVE certifications are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an AVMA-accredited program.
• Hold ECFVG or PAVE certification.
• Ability to practice high-quality medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care in a collaborative environment.
• Utilize technology to deliver high-quality medicine.
• Collaborate with a multi-doctor team.
• Deliver respectful, trust-based care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Surgical skills

Customer service

Education

Graduation from AVMA-accredited program or ECFVG/PAVE certification

Tools

GE Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Dental equipment

Job description

Associate Veterinarian | White's Pet Hospital | Santa Barbara, CA

Join a Century of Exceptional Veterinary Care—Just Minutes from the Beach.

For more than100 years, White's Pet Hospital has been a trusted name in veterinary medicine and a beloved part of the Santa Barbara community. Our legacy has been built on compassionate care, medical excellence, and lasting relationships with generations of clients and their pets.

Today, we're proud to continue that tradition while embracing modern medicine, advanced technology, and a workplace culture that genuinely values its people. As the closest veterinary hospital to the beach, you'll enjoy practicing exceptional medicine in one of California's most desirable coastal communities.

Our reputation speaks for itself—we're honored to have beennominated as one of Santa Barbara's Best Veterinary Hospitals for 2026, a reflection of the trust we've earned from our clients and community.

If you're looking for a practice where you'll be supported, appreciated, and excited to come to work each day, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Join a collaborative3-doctor practicewith an outstanding2:1 technician-to-doctor ratio
• Become part of a highly tenured team, with several staff members who have been with White's for20+ years
• Work in a hospital known throughout Santa Barbara for its exceptional reputation and loyal client base
• Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule (7:30 AM–5:00 PM) withno weekendsand a team culture that values leaving on time
• Practice alongside experienced, collaborative colleagues who genuinely enjoy mentoring and supporting one another

Our hospital combines a century of trusted care with modern technology, giving you everything you need to provide exceptional medicine, including:

• New dental machines and scalers
• Digital radiography
• Access to a visiting board-certified internist
• Paper-light medical records
• Competitive salary up to$150,000 (DOE)
• Sign-on and relocation assistance available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous continuing education allowance
• Paid professional dues, licensing support, and more

Why Santa Barbara?

Imagine finishing your day and being just minutes from the beach. With year-round sunshine, breathtaking coastline, world-class dining, hiking, wineries, and a vibrant downtown, Santa Barbara offers an unmatched quality of life. It's the perfect place to build a fulfilling veterinary career while enjoying everything California's Central Coast has to offer.

Who We're Looking For

• Open to all experience levels
• DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
• ECFVG or PAVE certification, if applicable
• A veterinarian who values teamwork, high-quality medicine, and building lasting relationships with clients and the community

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.