Board-Certified Small Animal Internist - Santa Cruz

PetVet Care Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing/relocation package up to $75,0

Health insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Team member discounts

Wellbeing resources (Calm app)

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle

Local hospital culture & national支持

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Board Certified or Residency Trained Internist to join Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists. You will collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional medicine and compassionate client care.

The role emphasizes strong client relationships, teamwork, and continuous learning within a culture that values wellbeing and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university.
• 1-year rotational internship in small animal medicine, surgery, ER (university or large referral practice).
• Completed a 3-year, AVMA approved residency program
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Clinical/diagnostic skills

Education

DVM or VMD

1-year small animal internship

AVMA-approved residency (3-year)

State Veterinary License

DEA registration

Job description

PetVet Care Centers in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Board Certified or Residency Trained Internist to join Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists. You will collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional medicine and compassionate client care.

The role emphasizes strong client relationships, teamwork, and continuous learning within a culture that values wellbeing and professional growth.