Veterinarian - Surgery

National Veterinary Associates; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule (no weekends)

Daytime hours 7:30 AM–5:30 PM

Medical, dental, vision, 401k with 3%"

Job summary

Coffee Road Animal Hospital in Bakersfield, California, seeks a veterinarian with a passion for surgery. The role emphasizes soft tissue procedures, including spays and neuters, and offers growth into more complex surgeries as you gain experience.

Join a collaborative leadership team with top-notch equipment and support staff to practice high-quality medicine. Enjoy a balanced schedule with daytime hours and opportunities for professional development through our training center.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinarian in California.
• Experience with soft tissue surgery preferred.
• Willing to work part-time or full-time.

Responsibilities

• Perform soft tissue surgeries, including spays and neuters.
• Provide high-quality medical care for small animals.
• Collaborate with a 4-veterinarian team to deliver consistent patient care.

Skills

Surgery

Soft tissue surgery

Spays & neuters

Team collaboration

Education

DVM / VMD

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Dental radiography

IDEXX laboratory

Job description

Coffee Road Animal Hospitalin Bakersfield, California, is looking for a part-time or full-time veterinarianwith a passion for surgery.

This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys performing soft tissue procedures, including spays and neuters of all sizes, and is interested in expanding into more advanced surgical cases over time. You'll work alongside a collaborative leadership team with the equipment, skilled support staff, and resources needed to practice high-quality medicine and continue growing your surgical expertise.

Coffee Road Animal Hospital is proud to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to Bakersfield and the surrounding communities. Our experienced team combines advanced medicine with personalized care to help pets live long, healthy lives while delivering exceptional service to every client. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture that values collaboration, work-life balance, and professional growth—creating an environment where our team, clients, and patients can all thrive.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Flexible work schedule with no weekends, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Consistent daytime hours (7:30 AM–5:30 PM), with a team culture that prioritizes getting doctors home on time.
• Collaborative medical team of 4 experienced veterinarians and a long-tenured support staff, allowing you to focus on practicing exceptional medicine.
• Small animal general practice serving primarily cats and dogs.
• Support foryour professional interests, with encouragement to develop and pursue areas of clinical passion.
• Hands-on continuing education through ourPetOneVeterinary Training Center, helping you grow throughout your career.
• Team-friendly hiring approach—if you have a colleague looking for a new opportunity, we welcome veterinarians interested in joining together.

A Hospital Designed for Quality Medicine

Our well-equipped facility provides the tools you need to practice confidently, including:

• Modern, well-equipped facility featuring 4 exam rooms, a dedicated surgical suite, and an in-house IDEXX laboratory.
• Advanced diagnostic technology, including brand-new ultrasound, digital radiography, air dentistry, and digital dental radiography.
• Surgical opportunities ranging from routine procedures to soft tissue surgery, and cesarean sections.
• Extensive dental caseload with frequent opportunities to perform dental procedures using digital dental radiography.
• Emphasis on pain management to supportoptimalpatient comfort and recovery.
• Full-service pet resort offering boarding, daycare, and professional grooming.
• Behavioral and socialization services offered to help pets thrive both at home and in the community.

Why Bakersfield?

Bakersfield offers an affordable cost of living,a strong senseof community, and convenient access to both city amenities and outdoor recreation. Ideallylocatedin California's Central Valley,it'sjust a few hours fromLos Angeles, the Central Coast, the Sierra Nevada, and Sequoia National Park, making weekend getaways easy. Nearby communities likeTehachapi, Delano, Wasco, Shafter, and Arvinadd to the region's appeal, while the city's central location makes it a practical hub for work, travel, and exploring the best of California.

• $100–$150/hour or $120,000–$150,000 annually, depending on experience (DOE). Final compensation is based on experience, surgical procedures performed, and hours worked
• Full Benefits (health, vision, dental) & 401K with 3% match

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
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• If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA 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, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.