Associate Veterinarian with Ownership Track

NCVMA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Continuing education allowance

Mentorship from owner

Leadership training

Partnership pathway

Team environment

Equity opportunity

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in San Francisco, CA seeks an Associate Veterinarian who aspires to become a future practice owner. Join a respected, privately owned hospital with a clear pathway from Associate to Partner and ultimately ownership, with mentorship and hands-on guidance to help achieve that goal.

In addition to clinical duties, you will gain experience in hospital management, financial planning, leadership, HR, marketing, operations, and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• California veterinary license.
• Strong medical and surgical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Interest in leadership, management, and business development.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and long-term commitment to professional growth.

Skills

Medical and surgical skills

Communication and interpersonal

Leadership and business development

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

California veterinary license

Job description

Are you looking for more than just another associate position?

Our established small animal veterinary hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian who is interested in growing not only as a clinician, but also as a future practice owner.

We are one of the largest veterinarian-owned practices in the Bay Area. Private equity is always sniffing around and making offers, but we are dedicated to continuing this wonderful practice’s legacy of being independent.

This is a unique opportunity to join a successful, privately owned veterinary hospital with a structured pathway from Associate Veterinarian to Partner and ultimately Practice Owner. If you have ever dreamed of owning your own practice but aren't sure how to get there, we are prepared to provide the mentorship, guidance, and hands‑on experience needed to help you achieve that goal.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

In addition to practicing high-quality medicine, you will receive mentorship in:

• Veterinary hospital management
• Financial planning and practice economics
• Leadership and team development
• Human resources and hiring
• Marketing and client experience
• Operations and workflow optimization
• Strategic planning and business ownership
• As your experience and interest grow, opportunities for partnership and future ownership will be available for the right candidate.

About Our Practice

We are an established, client-, patient-, and employee-focused veterinary hospital committed to providing excellent medical care while fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. We believe that great veterinary medicine begins with a collaborative team that values learning, communication, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent degree
• California veterinary license
• Strong medical and surgical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Interest in leadership, management, and business development
• Entrepreneurial mindset and long-term commitment to professional growth

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Health and professional benefits
• Continuing education allowance
• Mentorship from an experienced practice owner
• Leadership and business training
• Clear pathway to partnership and ownership
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to build equity and create long-term wealth through practice ownership