Small Animal Veterinarian in Tulare, California

Associated Veterinary Partners; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation support

Retention bonus

Equity with ownership opportunities

CE allowance + 3 CE days off

401(k) match

Licenses, Dues & Memberships paid in全

Job summary

Tulare Veterinary Hospital in California’s Central Valley seeks a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join a well-established team. You’ll enjoy clinical autonomy, surgical opportunities, and a collaborative, supportive environment with a great work-life balance.

AVP backs you with a guaranteed base salary of $140k–$170k plus 21% production, a $50k sign-on, relocation support, ongoing CE and growth, and equity with ownership opportunities within a mission-driven network.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from AVMA-accredited institution.
• Active state license or eligibility for licensure.
• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and clinical skills.
• Excellent communication and client education abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Surgical skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

DVM or VMD

ECFVG or PAVE in progress

Tools

MentorVet Leap

Job description

Join our well-established hospital and discover what true clinical autonomy, collaborative support, and work-life balance look like.

About us:

Tulare Veterinary Hospital is a well-established small animal hospital located in California’s Central Valley, Tulare. Our team is passionate, quick on their feet, and highly skilled. We’re supported by our incredible practice manager, our experienced technicians and all other staff who make it possible to practice high-quality medicine every day. We’re proud to serve our local community with passion and progressive medicine, and we’re looking for a veterinarian who’s just as dedicated to providing exceptional patient care to everyone that walks through our doors!

This is an ideal role for a doctor who enjoys learning something every day, surgery, thrives in a dynamic environment, and values being part of a collaborative team. You’ll have the support and resources you need to keep your cup full, so you can focus on what you work so hard to do everyday: helping pets live healthier, happier lives.

What You’ll Find Rewarding Here

A hospital that operates like a well-oiled machine, where everyone knows their role and works seamlessly together

Knowledgeable, capable technicians who handle much of the workflow, allowing you to focus on medicine and patient care

An experienced team led by Dr. Sagartz, whose surgical skill and leadership create an environment for growth and collaboration

A supportive Practice Manager with extensive experience and the added backing of AVP’s Regional Operations and leadership teams

3 weeks of PTO and a flexible schedule so you can truly enjoy life outside of work, for a real Work-Life Balance

A clinic culture built on high-quality care, humor, teamwork, and being your authentic self every day

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA accredited institution
• Non-AVMA graduates: ECFVG or PAVE program in progress.
• Active state veterinary license (or eligibility for licensure)
• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and clinical skills
• Excellent communication and client education abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care
• Guaranteed Base Salary: $140k–$170k (depending on experience) + 21% production
• Estimated Earning Potential Per Year: $200,000+ (salary + production)
• No Negative Accrual
• Sign-on bonus: $50,000
• Relocation support
• Retention bonus
• Equity with ownership opportunities
• Professional Growth: $2,500 annual CE allowance + 3 CE days off
• Access to MentorVet Leap for continued growth
• 401(k) Match: 6% on the first 3% you contribute, plus 50% on the next 3%
• Licenses, Dues & Memberships: Paid in full

Tulare is a friendly, welcoming community in the heart of California’s Central Valley. It offers affordable living, great schools, and a small-town feel, all within driving distance of big adventures. You’ll have easy access to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Sequoia National Park for hiking or camping weekends, while Fresno is just 45 minutes away for city outings and the California coast is a short 2–3 hour drive.

About Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP)

Tulare Veterinary Hospital is proudly co-owned and partnered with Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP), a vet-founded and operated network that prioritizes clinical autonomy and long-term success over short-term profits. Unlike many corporate groups, AVP is not private equity-backed, ensuring that you and your patients come first.

AVP is also a proud sponsor of Not One More Vet (NOMV), supporting the mental health and wellbeing of veterinary professionals nationwide.

Hospital Hours: Mon 8 AM–7 PM | Tue 7 AM–7 PM | Wed 6 AM–4 PM | Thu 8 AM–7 PM (Closed 1–2 PM) | Fri 6 AM–4 PM | Sat–Sun Closed

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your skills, feel supported, and make a lasting impact in your community, we’d love to meet you.