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Veterinarian

J889139 Escondido California USD125K - USD190K / Year

Step into a full-time Veterinarian role in Escondido, CA, with earnings up to $190,000. This is an opportunity to join a well-equipped general practice where preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics, and routine surgery are at the heart of the work.

The Hospital
This small-animal general practice offers a supportive, team-based environment designed to let clinicians focus on excellent medicine and client service. The hospital is equipped with an on-site laboratory, digital radiography, dental x-rays, a dedicated surgery suite for routine procedures, and an in-house pharmacy, enabling same-day diagnostics and efficient treatment plans. Services include wellness and preventive care, vaccines, dental care with radiographs, routine surgery, imaging, microchipping, medical grooming, and drop-off appointment options. Veterinarians are supported by credentialed and non-credentialed team members, with clear development pathways, continuing education support, and flexible scheduling that promotes work-life balance. The culture emphasizes collaboration, high-quality communication, and practicing at the top of one’s license.

Location
Situated in Escondido, CA, this role places a veterinarian in the heart of North County San Diego, about 30 miles from central San Diego. The city blends a lively historic downtown with strong community events, easy regional access, and abundant outdoor recreation.
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park right in town, a world-class destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families
- California Center for the Arts with concerts, exhibits, and community programming
- Walkable historic downtown along Grand Avenue with restaurants, galleries, farmers market, and year-round festivals
- Daley Ranch trails and nearby lakes for hiking, biking, and weekend adventures
- Well-known local food and craft beverage scene, including a popular garden bistro and breweries
- Regional access via I-15 and SR-78, plus the Escondido Transit Center with light rail and bus connections
- Proximity to a major medical center and a growing healthcare and services economy

Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match and Roth options
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Mental health and wellbeing support, including coaching and counseling resources
- Company-paid life insurance, with optional supplemental coverage
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Paid parental leave for birth and adoption
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE time
- Backup child care, elder care, and family support resources
- Fertility and family-building support
- Wellness resources, including digital exercise therapy
- Voluntary protection benefits for critical illness, accident, and hospital stays
- Legal plan and identity protection options
- Commuter benefits
- Complimentary preventive care plan options for personal pets
- Flexible scheduling, clinical autonomy, coaching and mentorship, and clear growth pathways into leadership
- Production-based incentive opportunities

The Role
- Full-time veterinarian position within a collaborative general practice
- Provide preventive and wellness care, vaccines, and client education
- Perform routine surgeries and dental procedures, including dental radiographs
- Utilize on-site diagnostics, digital radiography, dental x-rays, and in-house lab and pharmacy to guide same-day treatment decisions
- Participate in drop-off appointment workflows to support patient access
- Maintain comprehensive medical records and uphold high standards of communication and client service
- Contribute to a positive team culture and mentor support staff as appropriate

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- License to practice veterinary medicine in California (or eligibility to obtain)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- Strong communication skills and a preventive care mindset
- Competence and comfort with routine surgery and dentistry, including use of dental radiographs

Apply Now
Interested candidates are invited to click apply. One of our team will be in touch shortly to discuss next steps.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Medical insurance