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Veterinarian

J888923 Castro Valley California USD142K - USD215K / Year

Veterinarian opportunity in Ashland, CA - salary up to $215,000. Join a progressive, well-supported clinic delivering high-quality care to a loyal East Bay community.

The Hospital
This established small-animal clinic is integrated within a leading pet retail environment, providing steady client flow and a convenient, community-facing setting. The practice offers preventive care, dentistry with dental imaging, general soft-tissue surgery (including spay/neuter), diagnostics and imaging, microchipping, and an in-house pharmacy. The facility features well-equipped exam rooms and treatment areas, plus drop-off services and attentive post-op care. Veterinarians are supported by registered veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service coordinators. On-site capabilities include in-house laboratory testing and digital radiography, including dental X-rays. Client feedback highlights a compassionate, friendly team and a welcoming atmosphere.

Location
Based in Ashland (Alameda County), this role places the successful candidate in a vibrant East Bay community with fast regional access.
- Easy commutes via Bay Fair BART with direct connections across the East Bay and into San Francisco
- Immediate access to I-580, I-880, and I-238 for quick regional driving
- Bayfair Center shopping, dining, and services close by
- Under a 15-minute drive to Oakland International Airport
- Ongoing neighborhood investment, including Bay Fair transit-oriented development and East Bay Greenway projects to enhance walk/bike access
- Diverse, multicultural community serving a broad client base
- Quick transit trips to Lake Merritt, Oakland cultural destinations, downtown Hayward, and East Bay parks
- Census-designated place of approximately 23,800 residents, offering a tight-knit local feel with big-city connectivity

Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company match
- Student-loan relief program for full-time DVMs
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Robust mental health and wellbeing resources, including coaching and counseling
- Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid parental leave for birth or adoption
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE time
- Back-up child and elder care, plus family support resources
- Fertility and family-building support
- Commuter benefits
- Legal plan and identity protection
- Voluntary protection benefits for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents
- Employee discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Autonomy in clinical decision-making
- Professional development, coaching, and leadership pathways
- Inclusive culture and opportunities to volunteer in the community

The Role
- Full-time position in a busy small-animal general practice
- Provide high-quality preventive care, client education, and individualized treatment plans
- Perform dentistry, including dental imaging, and routine soft-tissue surgery (spay/neuter)
- Utilize in-house lab testing and digital radiography for efficient case workups
- Manage outpatient and drop-off cases; ensure thorough pre- and post-operative care
- Collaborate closely with RVTs, veterinary assistants, and client service coordinators
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold best-practice standards
- Participate in a schedule that includes extended and weekend hours
- Exercise sound medical judgment with strong support and resources

Requirements
- DVM or VMD from an accredited institution
- License to practice veterinary medicine in California (or eligibility to obtain prior to start date)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration eligibility
- Strong communication, teamwork, and client-service skills
- Comfort with dentistry and routine soft-tissue surgery, or willingness to develop these skills
- All experience levels are encouraged to apply

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to click apply. One of our team will be in touch shortly.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Relocation assistance