Veterinarian

Village Veterinary Clinic; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation aid

PTO rollover

Flexible schedule

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Parental leave

CE allowance

Mentorship

401(k)

Job summary

Village Veterinary Clinic in Lompoc, CA seeks an Associate DVM with 5+ years of experience and strong surgery/clinical skills. The role emphasizes small animal care, with options for large animals and exotics as well.

Expect a full-time, weekday schedule with rotating on-call duties. The successful candidate will be licensed in CA (or able to become licensed), be reliable, compassionate, and a team player who communicates clearly with clients.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD licensure in CA.
• 5+ years of experience with solid surgery and clinical skills.
• Excellent client communication and dedication to continued education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality small animal medicine and routine surgical procedures.
• Educate clients and communicate treatment plans effectively.
• Collaborate with a 6-doctor team and supporting staff.
• Participate in on-call rotation and flexible scheduling.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Surgical skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or VMD

California license

DEA license eligibility

Job description

Village Veterinary Clinic is searching for an Associate DVM to join our Lompoc, CA, team!

We're searching for an Associate with 5+ years of experience and solid surgery and clinical skills. While we have an emphasis on small animal services, we also treat large animals and exotics. Our next Associate will focus on small animals, pocket pets are a plus!

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday role comprised of 4-10s or 5-8s and rotating on-call services.

We're looking for an Associate who:

• Loves small animal medicine (any special interests are welcome!)
• Is reliable, compassionate, and a team player
• Is confident, capable, and thrives in ever changing environments
• Understands the importance of client education and communicates effectively, compassionately, and respectfully
• Is licensed (or able to become licensed) in the state of California

Get to know us:

• 6-doctor team (all experience levels)
• Talented support team, including multiple RVTs
• Proactive Hospital Manager who's been with us since 2004
• AAHA accredited hospital serving Lompoc, CA for 30+ years
• Proudly treat all types of animals including livestock and exotics
• Primarily perform routine procedures, dentistry, internal medicine, and emergency services
• Closest clinic to the Vandenberg Air Force Base
• Offer large animal ambulatory services
• Less than 15 miles from the beach
• Open Monday-Friday 8:30am-6pm
• PMS: Via

Full-time benefits package:

• Competitive base salary DOE
• Exciting bonus program / relocation assistance
• Generous annual PTO with rollover
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision plans (with HSA option)
• Paid parental leave/ bonding time
• Annual CE allowance with days off to attend
• Professional development assistance
• Paid professional membership dues/licensing
• Structured mentorship program
• 401(k) options
• AVMA PLIT coverage
• Personal pet discounts
• Investment in your interests (park passes, charity donation, etc.)
• Plus more!

Village Veterinary Clinic is conveniently located on Constellation Road, right off Cabrillo Hwy.

3883 Constellation Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436

www.villagevet.us

Qualifications:

• All levels of experience
• DVM or VMD
• We require a valid California veterinary license and ability to obtain a DEA license
• In addition to high-quality medicine and surgical skills, we are looking for doctors with excellent client communication and customer service skills as well as a dedication to continued education.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary range for this opportunity is $130,000 - $150,000 annually. 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 competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The company 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

California Pay Range

$130,000 - $150,000 USD