Veterinarian

NCVMA; Fallbrook (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

PTO and holidays

CE allowance + CE PTO days

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Fallbrook Animal Hospital in Fallbrook, CA is seeking an experienced DVM for full-time or part-time status with opportunities to grow into a Medical Director role. The doctor will provide high-quality small animal care, perform dentistry and soft tissue surgeries, and foster lasting relationships with pets and their families.

We offer a collaborative team, community involvement, and a supportive, fun workplace led by an experienced Medical Director.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school.
• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain one.
• Communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in community involvement and building lasting client relationships.
• Clinical experience with dentistry and soft tissue surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide general practice, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery to patients.
• Collaborate with Medical Director and staff to ensure high-quality care and client relations.
• Support leadership development and potential transition to Medical Director role.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Dentistry

Soft tissue surgery

Education

DVM or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school

Active California veterinary license

Job description

Veterinarian - Fallbrook Animal Hospital | Fallbrook, CA

Full-time or Part-time DVM | Medical Director Opportunity | Surgery & Dentistry | Small Animal GP

Fallbrook Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced veterinarian who values high-quality medicine, meaningful relationships, and being part of a community that truly loves its veterinary team.

A staple in the heart of Fallbrook, our hospital has built a wonderful reputation for personalized service and compassionate care, serving generations of pets and their families. We go above and beyond for our patients and clients, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for making a difference.

We believe work should be fun, too! From leaving positive notes for teammates to hosting fun contests and team potlucks, we make it a priority to create a workplace where people feel appreciated. We even run fun team contests, like rewarding the person who schedules the most dentals with a massage! Located right on Main Street, we love participating in community traditions like the Christmas tree lighting and annual Avocado Festival. Our home-like hospital features a full kitchen and spacious backyard, making it easy to enjoy catered lunches, team gatherings, and time together.

Get to Know Us

We're a kind, experienced team with an efficient doctor workflow and a collaborative approach to patient care.

The Team

• Growing team: We're currently a two-doctor team looking to welcome a third veterinarian. We typically schedule one doctor per day, with the opportunity to expand to two.
• Dedicated clinical support: Our team includes a dental RVT, surgical RVT, and veterinary assistants. Trained RVTs perform dental procedures.
• Hospital Manager, Tiffany: Works closely with the team, builds strong client relationships, and is always open to ideas that make the hospital run better. She's collaborative, thoughtful, and great at turning ideas into action while keeping the workplace kind and fun.
• Medical Director, Dr. King: Brings a positive outlook to everything she does. She's kind, collaborative, and approachable, enjoys talking through cases and sharing ideas, and genuinely cares about her patients, clients, and team.

Facility & Equipment

• Three exam rooms, including one large room with its own entrance
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Ultrasound and digital radiology
• Full IDEXX in-house laboratory

Our Services

• Small animal GP
• Fear-Free informed care
• Wellness, preventive care, and diagnostics
• Dentistry, Soft tissue surgery and procedures

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a kind, collaborative veterinarian who enjoys general practice, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery and wants to build lasting relationships with pets, their families, and the Fallbrook community. Interested in leadership? There's room to grow here! Dr. King is open to supporting a veterinarian interested in becoming a Medical Director. Depending on your experience and goals, we can explore a leadership opportunity from the start or develop a plan to help you grow into the role.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school
• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain one
• Communication and teamwork skills
• Interest in community involvement and building lasting client relationships
• Clinical experience with dentistry and soft tissue surgery

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Examine, handle, and restrain animals of varying size and temperament, and perform medical and surgical procedures requiring fine motor control
• Move throughout the hospital and position yourself to reach and treat patients (frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching)
• Lift and move animals, equipment, and supplies up to 40 lbs; heavier patients are moved with team assistance
• Work onsite in a clinical setting with exposure to animal bites and scratches, animal dander, zoonotic disease, sharps, radiation, anesthetic gases, cleaning chemicals, biological materials, odors, and variable noise

Location

Known as the Avocado Capital of the World, Fallbrook offers small-town charm, beautiful surroundings, and a great sense of community. From its beloved annual Avocado Festival to its locally owned businesses and welcoming atmosphere, Fallbrook is a wonderful place to build relationships and enjoy life beyond the hospital.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time or part-time schedules available to support work-life balance
• Base Salary $130,000 - $180,000 plus production of 20%-22% of net production; ProSal with no negative accrual
• Bonuses
• PTO and holidays
• CE allowance + CE PTO days
• Professional organization dues, state license, DEA, PLIT, AVMA, and VIN membership
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options
• International medical and emergency coverage
• Student loan options
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave

Next Steps

If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a supportive team, quality medicine, strong community relationships, and the opportunity to grow into a Medical Director role, Fallbrook Animal Hospital would love to meet you.

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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

California Pay Range

$130,000 - $180,000 USD