Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – East Ventura Animal Hospital | Ventura, CA

Are you a passionate veterinarian looking for a practice where you'll feel supported, valued, and genuinely excited to come to work? East Ventura Animal Hospital has been a cornerstone of compassionate pet care in Ventura, CA since 1981 — and we're looking for an Associate Veterinarian who shares our belief that every client deserves to feel like family, and every patient deserves our very best.

A Practice Worth Joining

You'll be joining a close-knit, four-doctor team in a completely renovated, modern facility equipped with everything you need to practice exceptional medicine — from in-house IDEXX diagnostics and digital dental X-ray to a dedicated surgery suite and new Core Imaging Ultrasound. We're paper-light, forward-thinking, and genuinely invested in doing great work together. Team activities (such as painting nights and escape rooms) aren't just perks — they're a reflection of who we are.

The Role:

As an Associate Veterinarian, you'll be an integral part of a collaborative, multi-doctor practice where quality medicine and exceptional client service are at the heart of everything we do.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality surgical and medical care with the full support of an experienced team behind you
• Working within established medical protocols while being encouraged to grow and develop your clinical skills
• Partnering with a dedicated technical team at an exceptional 2:1 tech-to-doctor ratio
• Caring for a wonderfully diverse patient base including dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, small mammals, and more — keeping every day interesting
• Building meaningful relationships with clients in a warm, family-oriented practice where people genuinely love their pets

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: $120,000–$140,000 DOE
• Various bonus offerings tailored to your needs (sign-on, relocation, etc.!)
• Full benefits package including 401(k) with employer match
• 4.5-day work week — Saturday afternoons and Sundays always off
• 2:1 tech-to-doctor ratio for exceptional support
• Mentorship and collaboration from an experienced medical team
• Easy access to specialists and nearby emergency facilities

Life in Ventura County

Ventura is one of California's best-kept secrets. You're minutes from stunning Pacific coastline, hiking trails with hidden waterfalls, and a vibrant local food and arts scene — and less than two hours from Los Angeles. San Diego, Las Vegas, the Sierra Nevada, and San Francisco are all within a day's drive. If you want California living without the big-city pace, Ventura delivers.

Qualifications:

Candidates must be a graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary college, or have successfully completed the ECFVG or PAVE certification programs.

Want to learn more? Please visit our website and apply today!