Veterinarian - Ventura, CA

The Animal Doctor; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Vacation 40h

PLIT coverage

401K match

CE allowance

Discounted products

EAP program

Job summary

The Animal Doctor Veterinary Hospital in Ventura, California, is seeking a part-time associate to deliver compassionate medical care for small animals, with a focus on exotic species. The team emphasizes collaboration and a peaceful, supportive work environment near coastal communities.

This role welcomes newer graduates with at least 1 year of experience and offers ongoing case discussion via Slack and access to a veterinary network.

Qualifications

• Exotics experience with rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rodents, reptiles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care to patients as part of a collaborative team.
• Work with a primary veterinarian and other staff to deliver patient care.
• Schedule includes Monday, Thursday, and Friday with regular staff meetings.

Skills

Exotics experience

Job description

Who we are:

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Veterinarian and Discover Coastal Living in Ventura, California!

We are proud of our longstanding AAHA accreditation & commitment to providing exceptional veterinarycare! Our hospital is equipped with dental digital radiography, digital radiography (we send out ourradiographic studies for board-certified review), Mindray ultrasound machine, IdexxCBC/Chem/Electrolyte/PT/PTT/T4 machines for in-house urgent care, anesthetic monitoring: ECG,Doppler, CO2, Oxygen, Vetcorder (very cool little monitoring device!), Hot Dog warming blankets, IV fluidpumps including syringe pump. Our cages are heated & we have two wet tables in treatment fortreatments/dental procedures. We have a dedicated surgery, isolation, three exam rooms, pharmacy, lab,small kitchen area, & beautiful outdoor enclosed patio for staff & clients. We get lots of compliments onour beautiful hospital. It's very peaceful & serene, not very "clinical." Our staff is AMAZING. They do it all.They are lovely people, great with our patients & their people & each other. We have a 3+ staff-to-doctorratio so you can stay busy being a doctor, & our hospital manager keeps our working environment in tip-top shape. Our clients are wonderful.

We are looking for an associate to help us continue to grow the practice & provide top-notch service & medical care for our patients. Our practice philosophy & style is to offer each of our patients no lessthan what we do for our own loved ones and kids. Do you have a special interest or experience inexotic pets? We see rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats & mice, turtles & lizards! We have two excellentspecialty hospitals in Ventura & many others close by that we have excellent relationships with forconsultation, referral of tough cases, or those requiring intensive care.

Our new associate will work Monday, Thursday, & Friday. You will be working those days with anotherexperienced veterinarian for collaboration & collegiality. Monthly staff meetings are required on Tuesdaymornings. Newer graduates are welcomed with a minimum requirement of 1+ years of experience. A greatbenefit you receive through our practice is access to Slack group discussions to review cases, makevaluable connections, and receive expert advice. We also have a practice membership to VeterinaryInformation Network, & access to monthly free CE that is geared towards newer graduates, but wonderfulreviews & updates for seasoned clinicians!

What's in it for you:

• Annual salary of $100,000-135,000, experience-based.
• Generous sign-on bonus to assist with relocation.
• Paid vacation of 40 hours.
• PLIT coverage.
• 401 K match.
• Continuing education allowance is $1250.00 annually.
• Discounted products & services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides tools & support for financial planning, legal services, mental health, & work-life balance.

Where we are:

The Animal Doctor Veterinary Hospital is located in Ventura, California, on the coast overlooking the ocean. It really is a little gem of a coastal town! The surrounding communities of Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Camarillo, Moorpark, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Ojai & Thousand Oaks are all part of our little corner & add lots of cultural, housing, restaurant, & outdoor activity opportunities. Coastal fun includes quiet & safe beaches for families & kids, surfing, harbor cruises, whale watching, fishing, beach-adjacent boardwalks, piers & harbors for cruising & sunsets!