JOBS

SUMMARY: The Wellness Assistant provides daily care and cleaning for felines at the ASAP shelter, provides support and guidance to volunteers, and assists in veterinary or surgical treatments, as directed by her supervisor and the Wellness Director.   It is the responsibility of the Wellness Assistant to follow policies and procedures consistent with ASAP Cats mission, goals, and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 Daily cleaning of cat housing rooms and the Vet Exam room to ensure sanitary conditions.
 Daily care and feeding of all felines undergoing medical treatment or under observation.
 Monitoring health status of felines and informing the Wellness Supervisor of any concerns or new developments.
 Maintaining records related to feeding, care and ongoing medical treatments, as well as all
veterinary findings, treatments and vaccines using both manual and computerized systems.
 Administering medical treatments as directed.
 Assisting veterinarian with exams and surgeries as necessary.
 Supporting the kitten foster program, including communicating with the Foster Placement
Coordinator regarding kitten foster placements and appointments for vet exams and surgeries.
 Scheduling and preparation of Vet Exam room for adult and kitten check-ins and veterinary exams.
 Collection of fecal and urine samples.
 Maintaining an inventory of medical supplies.
 Cleaning & sterilization of surgical instruments.
 Making surgical packs.
 Be a role model for ASAP Cats Organizational Culture Agreement. Establish ongoing positive and respectful relationships with and between all stakeholders, both in the shelter and off-site creating harmonious relationships.
 Delivering and picking up cats who have appointments at other Veterinary clinics.
EXPERIENCE, ABILITIES, PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITIES REQUIRED: 
 Knowledge of methods, techniques, and medication used in the care and treatment of felines; physical and behavioral characteristics of domestic felines; basic animal care and nutritional needs. 
 Ability to handle felines properly and perform work in a humane manner, experience with cats in a vet clinic/animal shelter preferred.
 Comfortable with standard office computer software, English grammar and usage; able to keep accurate records of treatment; able to learn specialized computer applications. 
 Exercise tact and independent judgment while working with others is highly desirable.
 Able to lift 40 pounds; perform stooping, bending, and carrying.
 High school diploma or equivalent.
 Possession of a valid CA Class C driver’s license. Must have a vehicle.

ASAP Position Description

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 Current medical insurance preferred
 Current tetanus vaccination
 COVID vaccinated and boosted if eligible, unless medical or religious exemption

HOURS: FLSA STATUS: Full-Time, 40 hours a week, NON-EXEMPT POSITION Daily hours and days of
the week may vary according to the needs of the department schedule. May include weekends,
night, and holidays. May require some overtime.
Salary Range: $17- $21 DOE
If interested: Please email resumes to: RVTBecky@ASAPCats.org

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our dedicated and professional team. The role will suit a versatile, reliable and motivated individual with outstanding attention to detail, who is looking for a rewarding position within the companion animal industry. You must be an excellent team player and be able to work using your own initiative as well as being a part of a busy team. Our team is a family, and we value compassion, humor, and commitment to delivering gold standard care for every patient.

Your duties will include (but are not limited to):

Educating animal owners about continuing care

Assisting with physical exams and nurse appointments.  Providing general nursing care/animal handling.  Collecting and recording the health history of patients.  Preparing animals and instruments for surgery.  Monitoring anesthesia

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Experience is preferred, but willing to train the right individual. Compensation is dependent on experience.

We offer generous benefits including dental insurance, PTO policy, employee animal discount, and paid holidays. We are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. If you are interested in this position, please send cover letter and resume to cambriaanimalmedical@gmail.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cambria, CA 93428: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

We are looking to add a full time Licensed Veterinary Technician to our team at Main Street.  Our practice has been serving the community for over 30 years at our beautiful facility that is filled with light, laughter, and joy.  

We currently have 4 full time DVMs.  Our practice is stocked with a full in-house lab, digital xray unit, dental xray unit, ultrasound, and we practice progressive evidence-based medicine.  Our team has a family vibe, and we value kindness, compassion, humor, and commitment to the wellbeing of our patients.  We view veterinary medicine as a way to give back to our community and we are committed to partnering with our clients to provide them with the best possible care.  

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Responsibilities: 

Provide exceptional and compassionate care for patients from admission through discharge 

Provide anesthesia and surgical nursing support and post-operative recovery for dentistry patients of all levels 

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot surgical, dental, and anesthetic equipment 

Perform dental prophylaxis, radiographs, and extractions 

Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues 

Assist with clinic appointments, client communications, and patient discharges 

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Qualifications: 

Experience with dental prophylaxis and radiographs, and extractions 

A strong skill set in phlebotomy, catheter placement, and post-operative care is essential 

Ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful working relationships and customer satisfaction with all stakeholders, including department staff, medical staff, support staff, clients,  Must have ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations 

Must be able to work successfully as part of a team 

Salary is $27-29/hour depending on your experience.  Our standard benefits are generous and include health care, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid CE, and a PTO policy that grows with seniority. 

Our goal is to partner with you to provide long term employment in an environment where you can grow professionally while enjoying being part of an amazing team.  Think you would be a great fit? We would love to hear from you. Apply Now!  http://app.jobvite.com/m?3sVIXnwU

Part time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

This is a part-time, non-exempt position approximately 25 hours per week including Saturdays.

The salary range is $25.00 - $27.00 per hour, dependent upon experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Working within the guidelines set forth by the California Veterinary Medical Board, the Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) is responsible for providing daily care to the shelter population and assisting veterinarians in the spay/neuter clinic. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Veterinary Technician in the State of California;

• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a high paced veterinary clinic or shelter setting preferred;

• Fear Free Veterinary Certification required within thirty (30) days of hire - (employer sponsored).

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Strong oral/written communication skills and desire to collaborate with staff, volunteers and the public in a consistently professional and educational manner;

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and motivational skills and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks at one time, maintaining energy through often-times repetitive tasks and under stressful conditions;

• Self-motivated and detail oriented;

• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with supervisor, colleagues, veterinarians, and representatives from outside organizations;

• Personal commitment to animal welfare;

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear and see, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, grasp, put fingers together firmly and reach above and below shoulder level and lift; push, lift or pull 50 pounds for situation of restraining or moving animals and lifting supplies, material and equipment;

• Repetitively use hands to move animals around and operate computers;

• Flex the neck upward and downward; twist the neck and the waist;

• Specific vision abilities required are close and mid-range vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to focus;

• Appropriately and humanely restrain cats and dogs; control dogs on a leash; work with a variety of animals in multiple settings both in and out of the clinic/shelter;

• Be able to tolerate extended periods of 4 to 6 hours of performing moderately strenuous activities, standing, lifting, stretching and bending;

• Work in an environment with daily changes in climate; 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;

See the Full Job Description or Apply here:  https://woodshumanesociety.org/get-involved/employment-opportunities/

Nipomo Dog and Cat Hospital is currently seeking an experienced Veterinary Practice Manager to provide leadership and vision to our team in Nipomo, CA. From veterinarians to support staff, we have assembled a dynamic group of skilled professionals who provide exceptional client service and patient care.

If you possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational and time management aptitude, an expertise in inventory and cost controls, regulatory compliance, employee life cycle, finance, and marketing, this may be the practice for you! A competency in community outreach, marketing, and social media is a must, as well as the ability to maintain and troubleshoot equipment and facility concerns. Possessing a strong sense of teamwork, we are seeking someone who is enthusiastic and personable with strong coaching and training skills to help us continue to be successful.

Included in the day-to-day operations, we need someone to manage hospital workflow, team members, and leads, along with updating hospital policies and protocols. HR duties will include but are not limited to hiring, onboarding, coaching, training, and terminating of professional and paraprofessional staff. Payroll, benefits administration, including health insurance open enrollment, and 401 K management are all part of the job. We want someone that has the ability to manage the financials, including the P&L, benchmarks, KPI, and revenue growth.

Candidates must possess 3+ years of management experience. A degree in business administration, CVPM, or HR certification is a plus.

We offer a generous compensation package including a competitive salary, PTO, Health Insurance, 401K, and discounted veterinary services. Come join a team that is growing and evolving!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental Insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Relocation assistance

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

   

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift

• 8-hour shift

• Monday to Friday

• Weekend availability

   

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

   

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

• Leadership: 2 years (Preferred)

   

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

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If you are interested in our available position, please email a resume to Nipomodch@mypm.vet.

Small beach community is seeking a full or part time associate veterinarian for our 2 doctor small/exotic animal practice. New grads welcome. We offer flexible schedules and no emergency call to provide plenty of opportunities to enhance your work/life
balance. Independently owned and operated for 36 years, we have a well trained, dedicated staff and supportive clientele which allows us to practice a high level of veterinary medicine and offer the best care to our patients. Digital records, in house analyzers, digital and dental x-ray, rigid endoscope and CO2 laser are some of the tools we have to aid you in your practice. Located between Morro Bay and San Luis Obispo, Los Osos offers plentiful outdoor activities and a small community feel with friendly people devoted to their pets.

Our ideal candidate is a compassionate team player with strong diagnostic and surgical
skills who wants to practice a high level of medicine in a collaborative environment.
Exotic interest a plus but not required.
We offer a competitive salary with a production based bonus plan, commensurate with a
candidate’s experience, along with a benefits package that includes paid vacation, CE
stipend, paid CE days attendance, paid holidays, medical and dental insurance,
association dues and license reimbursement. Please send your resume to
lobirddoc@aol.com, or fax to 805-528-0601.

Coast Veterinary Clinic in Morro Bay, CA has an immediate opening for a full time or
part time skilled Veterinary Assistant and Registered Veterinary Technician to
complement our family friendly non-corporate practice.

We are a fully equipped small animal hospital with complete in-house lab equipment
(Idexx suite), Impromed veterinary software, digital radiography, isolation unit,
ultrasound, and dental equipment.  Candidates should possess strong leadership skills,
superb client and staff communication standards and exceptional veterinary technical
skills including, but not limited to, canine/feline dentistry, surgical assistance, anesthesia
fundamentals, taking radiographs, placing intravenous catheters, performing
venipuncture for running in-house and ordering reference lab work, and medication
knowledge including proper administration.  A strong willingness to continually learn and
educate clients while ensuring hospital standards of care are being met is an absolute
must.

RVT’s must be currently licensed with the state of California and skilled Veterinary
Assistant candidates will have at least 1 year experience. 
 
Coast Veterinary Clinic is open from 7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday with no after-
hours emergency shifts. We are currently closed weekends and most major holidays.
However, in the future there may be a need to work rotating Saturday shifts.  Benefits
package available to full time employees.

Applications can be picked up and resumes submitted to Coast Veterinary Clinic
located at 1825 Quintana Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442.  

Resumes and cover letters can
also be emailed to office.coastvet@gmail.com or faxed to 805-772-3396, Attn: Renae.

Join our warm, welcoming, talented and highly collaborative team.  An ideal opportunity to provide best-practice clinical veterinary care
Enjoy the prospect of genuine work-life balance in an ideal location

We look forward to welcoming a like-minded Small Animal Veterinarian to join our team
and enjoy an interesting and diverse case mix in a community that genuinely values
and appreciates your skills. We have built a sound practice by providing friendly and
compassionate care for companion animals. Our well-resourced practice is committed
to achieving work/life balance in an ideal location.

Our family-owned veterinary clinic has a well-earned reputation for delivering quality
veterinary care with compassion and understanding. We are fully equipped to practice progressive medical, surgical, and radiological treatments.

As a veterinary professional, you already have a pretty good idea of the day-to-day
requirements of being a talented Small Animal Veterinarian. Here are some of the key
skills that we are seeking that are particularly relevant to this opportunity.
Soft tissue surgery
Working up cases and developing corresponding treatments
Small animal dentistry
Diligent and diverse patient care

Our preference is for this to be a full-time permanent position however we are happy to consider a part-time role for the right applicant.

About you:
Your qualifications, expertise and experience are certainly essential to your success in
this role, and it is expected that you will demonstrate ability and skill as a Small Animal
Veterinarian. In addition, these qualities are important to us:
Ability to quickly build rapport with clients, fellow team members and leadership
Maintaining a positive, supportive approach always – great things happen when
everyone cooperates
Knowing that great results are only achieved and accomplished through teamwork and
mutual respect

Our Offer:
In order to attract talented veterinary professionals like you, we have a flexible
approach to remuneration based on your expertise and potential – typically this can
incorporate:
A competitive salary base in the range of $90,000-$120,000 that will reflect your skills,
expertise and experience plus ProSal which gives you an opportunity to make a
substantial amount above your base salary
Sign-on bonus: $10,000-$20,000 depending on the length of the contract agreed upon
Plus
3 weeks annual leave
3 days/year for continuing education plus $1500/year for this purpose
Licensing fees for MCVMA, CVMA, AVMA, and VIN
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Matching 401K

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For more information or to apply please send correspondence to:  julie@primarycarevet.com

Join our warm, welcoming, talented and highly collaborative team.  An ideal opportunity to provide best-practice clinical veterinary care
Enjoy the prospect of genuine work-life balance in an ideal location

We look forward to welcoming a like-minded Small Animal Veterinarian to join our team
and enjoy an interesting and diverse case mix in a community that genuinely values
and appreciates your skills. We have built a sound practice by providing friendly and
compassionate care for companion animals. Our well-resourced practice is committed
to achieving work/life balance in an ideal location.

Our family-owned veterinary clinic has a well-earned reputation for delivering quality
veterinary care with compassion and understanding. We are fully equipped to practice progressive medical, surgical, and radiological treatments.

As a veterinary professional, you already have a pretty good idea of the day-to-day
requirements of being a talented Small Animal Veterinarian. Here are some of the key
skills that we are seeking that are particularly relevant to this opportunity.
Soft tissue surgery
Working up cases and developing corresponding treatments
Small animal dentistry
Diligent and diverse patient care

Our preference is for this to be a full-time permanent position however we are happy to consider a part-time role for the right applicant.

About you:
Your qualifications, expertise and experience are certainly essential to your success in
this role, and it is expected that you will demonstrate ability and skill as a Small Animal
Veterinarian. In addition, these qualities are important to us:
Ability to quickly build rapport with clients, fellow team members and leadership
Maintaining a positive, supportive approach always – great things happen when
everyone cooperates
Knowing that great results are only achieved and accomplished through teamwork and
mutual respect

Our Offer:
In order to attract talented veterinary professionals like you, we have a flexible
approach to remuneration based on your expertise and potential – typically this can
incorporate:
A competitive salary base in the range of $90,000-$120,000 that will reflect your skills,
expertise and experience plus ProSal which gives you an opportunity to make a
substantial amount above your base salary
Sign-on bonus: $10,000-$20,000 depending on the length of the contract agreed upon
Plus
3 weeks annual leave
3 days/year for continuing education plus $1500/year for this purpose
Licensing fees for MCVMA, CVMA, AVMA, and VIN
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Matching 401K

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For more information or to apply please send correspondence to:  julie@primarycarevet.com

PETS Hospital was founded by two vet school classmates with the primary mission of delivering an exceptional customer experience. They were frustrated with emergency and specialty hospitals that don't take care of their customers and rDVMS, so they decided to do things differently. Our goal was to create a “warm and fuzzy” ER that doesn't feel like a typical emergency room.   The experience starts with freshly baked cookies and coffee in the lobby, TV's with Netflix in every room, a cool and calm color scheme, and a staff that was hired based on personality and the love for the job.

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We have created a culture where our core values are always first priority: We are Respectful, we offer Exceptional Customer Experience, we Raise the Bar, we have Integrity, and we Don’t Panic!

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We have just built a NEW facility adjacent to our ER suite, that is designed to be custom outfitted for specialty services.  We are looking to add an Emergency/Urgent Care Veterinarian

This is a wonderful opportunity to:

• Work with a highly skilled staff that is compassionate, motivated and collaborative

• Competitive Salary with production and a full benefits package

• Opportunity to work with an awesome bunch of rDVMS

• Work with an excellent and growing specialty team that includes a cardiologist and surgeon.

• Work/Life balance matter to you? It does to us!

• Great benefits including 401k, health insurance, CE stipend, and PTO 

• We care about your mental and physical health so we now offer a Wellness Plan stipend that can be used for athletic gear, workout equipment, gym membership and more!

• Always local and independent, NOT CORPORATE!

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We need someone who is energetic, excited and wants to be part of an amazing team!

Interested individuals please send your cover letter & resume to OM@petsurgentcare.com
Please visit our website at www.petsurgentcare.com

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you!

Oak Park Veterinary Clinic in Grover Beach has openings for experienced assistants to
work 35 hours/week.

We are a non-corporate, primary care practice that prides itself on individualized care for our dog and cat patients. Applicants should be versatile team players equally comfortable working both the front and back office. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm and Wednesday 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm.

Front office duties include reception, multi-line phones, faxing, e-mailing, scheduling
appointments, invoicing, cashiering, running reports, and checking clients in and out.

Back office duties include venipuncture, intravenous catheter placement, oral and
injectable treatments of dogs and cats, anesthesia monitoring, fluid therapy, surgical
assisting, taking x-rays, and inventory management.

Client communication skills, client education, and training of other staff are expected. A good work ethic, cooperative and friendly attitude, and ability to lift 50 pounds are also required. Punctuality, dependability, professionalism, and respect for co-workers and clients are essential. RVT license is not required but preferred; otherwise, a minimum of one to two years of
veterinary clinical experience is desired. Familiarity with Cornerstone software and
IDEXX lab equipment is a plus.

Final offer is contingent upon passing a required
background check and proof of current COVID vaccinations. Compensation is $16.00 to
$25.00/hour dependent upon proven skills, experience, and whether a licensed RVT.
Additional benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, Simple IRA with 3% match,
uniform allowance, and employee discount.

We are a smoke and drug-free workplace.

Applications can be picked up in person at Oak Park Veterinary Clinic, 600 W. Grand Avenue. Grover Beach, CA 93433.

Resumes can be faxed to 805-481-8243 or e-mailed to oakparkvetgb@gmail.com in PDF format. No phone calls please.

Associate Veterinarian – up to $30,000 Signing Bonus/$10,000 Relocation Bonus – FT/PT overall $40,000 in bonuses!

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Nipomo Dog & Cat Hospital is a rapidly growing dog & cat practice. Our busy hospital is located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. Our small town of Nipomo has topped the list as one of the best weather climates in the nation. We are also home to The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, it is the largest intact coastal dune ecosystem on Earth! We are conveniently located close to Pismo & Avila Beaches, Morro Bay & Santa Ynez, with Santa Barbara only an hour away. It’s also a short drive to Downtown San Luis Obispo that offers fantastic restaurants and shopping. You and your family can enjoy the abundant local activities including hiking, biking, golfing, kayaking, camping, horseback riding, ATV riding, & wine tasting!  We even have our own whale watching season. Children can benefit from a great school system & enjoy lots of outdoor spaces, parks, & recreational activities.

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Our compensation and benefits plan are generous, competitive, and commensurate with experience. Our package includes: 

• Signing bonus and relocation assistance, up to $40,000

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums

• Practice-sponsored life insurance

• 401 (k) eligibility with employer match

• Annual continuing education allowance

• Reimbursement of licensure/DEA fees and professional membership dues

• A flexible schedule allowing ample time off to maintain your quality of life

• No Weekends

• Paid time off for personal use and to attend CE

• In house development programs for new graduates, experienced Associates, and Medica Directors

• Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with wellness initiatives

• Paid AVMA PLIT policy coverage

• Reimbursement of all licensure and DEA fees

• Reimbursement of professional membership dues

• Generous personal pet discounts

We are committed to providing quality medicine with compassion, honesty, and competence. We have an energetic & well-trained support staff along with a strong management team that works hard to maintain a safe, fun, enthusiastic, & comfortable work environment. We take pride in our professionalism & high standard of care but have fun too! Our modern & well-equipped hospital includes digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, in-house laboratory, & ultrasound. Our experienced Medical Director is also excited to provide mentorship and guidance.

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To continue providing the best medicine to our community, we are seeking a FT or PT Associate DVM to join our current 3 Doctor team. The ideal candidate would be friendly, compassionate, and motivated to care for pets and people. A good sense of humor with a high level of professionalism would be optimal, along with a commitment to practicing the highest standards of patient care in general medicine & surgery. Diagnostic experience with ultrasound and good surgical skills a plus, but the freedom to pursue your niche in veterinary medicine is encouraged. New(er) graduates are welcome to apply and will be considered.

We would love to hear from you!

For more information or to submit a confidential resume, please contact Izzy Fellows at efellows@brplp.com

You can also visit our clinic's website at https://nipomodogandcat.com/

VCA South County Animal Hospital, located in beautiful Arroyo Grande, CA is looking for a full-
time Associate Veterinarian who enjoys practicing high quality medicine. This is an exceptional opportunity to join our state of the art, multi-doctor practice. We are looking for a compassionate veterinarian who is a good team player and has a gentle bedside manner.

VCA South County Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal veterinary clinic
providing wellness care including surgery and dentistry. Our modern, fully equipped 11,000 square foot hospital, was newly built in 2010. Our services include comprehensive preventive wellness care including early disease detection and vaccines, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry and dental radiographs, digital radiology, diagnostic ultrasound, cold laser therapy and acupuncture.

VCA South County Animal Hospital is located next to the Village of Arroyo Grande, a walkable
downtown area, situated in the heart of the stunning California Central Coast, halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Our temperate climate makes it easy to find time to explore the surrounding lush vineyards, beaches and rolling hills without the traffic and congestion of a big city.

We are a multi-doctor practice, open six days a week. Veterinarians typically work a 10-hour
shift three or four days per week, allowing plenty of time to spend days off enjoying outdoor activities. Our practice employs a team of highly skilled veterinary support staff which allow you to dedicate your time to practicing medicine and performing surgery.

At VCA we want our doctors to practice medicine dictated by the needs of the patient, not by a corporate handbook. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive
salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health & Well-being

Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days

WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff

VCA Academy's Mentorship Program - participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting

Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

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Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
100% paid professional liability coverage
100% paid life insurance
100% paid short-term disability insurance
Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

About VCA Animal Hospitals:

VCA Animal Hospitals operates more than 1,000 small animal veterinary hospitals in the U.S., Canada and Japan. The hospitals are staffed by more than 4,500 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians to give pets the very best in medical care, of which over 600 are board certified specialists who are experts in areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency and critical care, and surgery for animals.

VCA Animal Hospitals provides a full range of general practice services to keep pets well and
specialized treatments when pets are ill. As part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands,

VCA is committed to its purpose—A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS®.

Nipomo Dog & Cat Hospital is seeking a dynamic and dedicated RVT or experienced veterinary technician to help us provide the exceptional patient care we are known for! The work we do is exciting, challenging and extremely rewarding.

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Our vet techs work directly with our doctors and support staff in a collaborative environment, assisting with appointments as well as with surgical procedures. All NDCH staff members are team-players who can multi-task while also maintaining close attention to details in a fast-paced work environment. Management is attentive to the needs of the team as well as those of our patients, clients and the business.

We are open 5 days a week, and as a busy small animal and some exotic veterinary hospital we offer our patients much more than regular wellness examinations and vaccines. We regularly perform surgical procedures and use top-notch medical diagnostic equipment such as digital standard and dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and an in-house laboratory and pharmacy.

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We have continued to see our patients and clients during these challenging times, making every effort to keep our staff and our community as safe as possible.

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Our ideal candidate has experience in the following areas:

*Ability to obtain accurate medical history from clients, to present to doctors.

*Ability to accurately document treatment plans, as relayed by the doctor.

* Restraint

* Blood draws, from various veins.

* Placing IV catheters

* Induction and anesthesia monitoring

* Drug Calculations

* Canine/feline dentistry

* Radiology (digital and dental)

* Urine collection (catheter and cystocentesis)

* Minimum of 1 year working experience in a small animal hospital

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We are ideally looking to fill a FT position, but applicants looking for PT are also welcome to apply.

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We provide competitive compensation based on experience, and a robust benefits package well as pet care discounts for full time employees.

If interested, please send resume with a cover letter by email, and write two to three sentences about us.

Attn: Adora (Practice Manager)

Nipomo Dog & Cat Hospital is a rapidly growing dog & cat practice. Our busy hospital is located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. Our small town of Nipomo has topped the list as one of the best weather climates in the nation. We are also home to The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, it is the largest intact coastal dune  ecosystem on Earth! We are conveniently located close to Pismo & Avila Beaches, Morro Bay & Santa Ynez, with Santa Barbara only an hour away. It’s also a short drive to Downtown San Luis Obispo that offers fantastic restaurants and shopping. You and your family can enjoy the abundant local activities including hiking, biking, golfing, kayaking, camping, horseback riding, ATV riding, & wine tasting!  We even have our own whale watching season. Children can benefit from a great school system & enjoy lots of outdoor spaces, parks, & recreational activities.

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Our compensation and benefits plan are generous, competitive, and commensurate with experience. Our package includes: 

• Signing bonus and relocation assistance, up to $40,000

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums

• Practice-sponsored life insurance

• 401 (k) eligibility with employer match

• Annual continuing education allowance

• Reimbursement of licensure/DEA fees and professional membership dues

• A flexible schedule allowing ample time off to maintain your quality of life

• No Weekends

• Paid time off for personal use and to attend CE

• In house development programs for new graduates, experienced Associates, and Medica Directors

• Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with wellness initiatives

• Paid AVMA PLIT policy coverage

• Reimbursement of all licensure and DEA fees

• Reimbursement of professional membership dues

• Generous personal pet discounts

We are committed to providing quality medicine with compassion, honesty, and competence. We have an energetic & well-trained support staff along with a strong management team that works hard to maintain a safe, fun, enthusiastic, & comfortable work environment. We take pride in our professionalism & high standard of care but have fun too! Our modern & well-equipped hospital includes digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, in-house laboratory, & ultrasound. Our experienced Medical Director is also excited to provide mentorship and guidance.

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To continue providing the best medicine to our community, we are seeking a FT or PT Associate DVM to join our current 3 Doctor team. The ideal candidate would be friendly, compassionate, and motivated to care for pets and people. A good sense of humor with a high level of professionalism would be optimal, along with a commitment to practicing the highest standards of patient care in general medicine & surgery. Diagnostic experience with ultrasound and good surgical skills a plus, but the freedom to pursue your niche in veterinary medicine is encouraged. New(er) graduates are welcome to apply and will be considered.

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We would love to hear from you!

For more information or to submit a confidential resume, please contact practice manager,Adora Capiral, at nipomodch@mypm.vet  (805) 929 2855

You can also visit our clinic's website at https://nipomodogandcat.com/

Animal Clinic of Santa Maria is a rapidly growing, multi-doctor general practice located on the beautiful California Central Coast in Santa Barbara County, close to the beaches in Santa Barbara, Pismo, and Avila. Our year-round temperate climate amid one of California’s premium wine country regions is excellent for hiking, biking, camping, or enjoying a leisurely drive along the country roads. We proudly serve the greater Santa Maria area and South San Luis Obispo County providing an excellent customer service experience to our loyal client base and dog and cat patients.  

Our compensation and benefits package includes:  

• Signing bonus and relocation assistance, up to $30,000 

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 

• 401 (k) eligibility with employer match 

• Annual continuing education allowance 

• Reimbursement of licensure/DEA fees and professional membership dues 

• A flexible schedule allowing ample time off to maintain your quality of life 

• Paid time off for personal use and to attend CE 

• Paid New Grad & Associate DVM Development programs  

• Paid sick leave & Holidays 

• Bonus Compensation for regular hour emergencies 

• No after-hours emergency calls 

• Generous personal pet discounts 

To continue providing the best medicine to our community, we are seeking a FT or PT Associate DVM to join our team. We are proud to offer a collegial environment with a positive, friendly, and relaxed atmosphere, along with the ability to discuss cases and collaborate. Our beautiful and free-standing facility is also fully equipped to provide the highest level of care. We have a spacious surgical suite, digital x-ray, dental suite with a digital x-ray system, ultrasound, and in-house hematology and chemistry analyzers. Our experienced Medical Director is also excited to provide mentorship and guidance. 

The ideal candidate would be committed to practicing the highest standards of patient care, passionate about client education, and ready to create professional rapport with our amazing staff.  Exotics experience is not a must, but the willingness to explore is.  We would welcome any other niche interests including holistic medicine!  New(er) graduates are also encouraged to apply and will be considered. 

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We are open Monday through Friday, half-day on Saturdays, and closed Sundays. No on-call required, and we refer to a local emergency hospital after-hours. Local consulting and referral services for ophthalmology, cardiology, radiology, oncology, surgery, and internal medicine are located nearby. 

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We would love to hear from you! 

For more information please contact Brianna Williams at acsm@mypm.vet, (805)937-7671 

Animal Care Clinic is hiring!

We are growing and looking to add veterinary assistants and veterinary technicians. 

Please visit the following website to apply. We can’t wait to meet you.

www.animalcareclinicSLO.com/about-us/jobs/

We are looking to add a Client Services Representative to our team at Main Street. 

Do you love working with animals?  Do you have excellent people skills?  We are looking to replace a longstanding team member who is taking time away to care for a family member. 

Our ideal candidate would have experience in veterinary medicine (front or back), be compassionate, able to multitask, fun loving, and care about helping animals and the community.

We currently have 4 full time DVMs. Our practice is stocked with a full in-house lab, digital xray unit, dental xray unit, ultrasound, and we practice progressive evidence based medicine.

Our team has a family vibe, and we value kindness, compassion, humor, and commitment to the wellbeing of our patients. We view veterinary medicine as a way to give back to our community and we are committed to partnering with our clients to provide them with the best possible care.
 

Starting pay would depend on experience, typically $17-$20/hr.  The hours could be part time to full time depending on your needs and goals.  Our standard benefits are generous and include health care, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid CE, and a PTO policy that grows with seniority. Our goal is to partner with you to provide long term employment in an environment where you can grow professionally while enjoying being part of an amazing team.

Think you would be a great fit? We would love to hear from you. Apply Now!  Come visit us in person in Templeton to drop off a resume or email us below.

templeton.vet@gmail.com

The Edna Valley Veterinary Clinic, a well-established small animal practice in San Luis Obispo, is looking to add a new team member.

We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality medicine to our patients.  Our practice is equipped with digital x-ray and ultrasound. We also provide orthopedic surgery, cold laser therapy and much more.

We’re seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a full or part-time Veterinary Assistant or RVT.

Qualified Applicants:
Have worked in a veterinary hospital.
Professional, detail oriented, with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of in-house laboratory equipment, venipuncture, and IV catheter placement.

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We Offer:
Training
Competitive wages based on your experience.
Health and Dental Insurance.
401k
10-hour 4-day work week. (Weekend availability is a must)

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Send your resume to:
evvc@slovets.com

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated and professional team. The role will suit a versatile, reliable and motivated individual with outstanding attention to detail, who is looking for a rewarding position within the companion animal industry.

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You must be an excellent team player and be able to work using your own initiative as well as being a part of a busy team. Our team is a family, and we value compassion, humor, and commitment to delivering gold standard care for every patient. Your duties will include(but are not limited to):

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Educating animal owners about continuing care
Assisting with physical exams and nurse appointments
Providing general nursing care/animal handling
Collecting and recording the health history of patients
Preparing animals and instruments for surgery
Monitoring anesthesia

Experience is preferred, but willing to train the right individual. Compensation is dependent on experience. We offer generous benefits including dental insurance, PTO policy, employee animal discount, and paid holidays.

We are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. If you are interested in this position, please send cover letter and resume to: cambriaanimalmedical@gmail.com

• VCA South County Animal Hospital is a 4 Doctor, AAHA accredited, animal practice in Arroyo Grande, California

  We are seeking an RVT or highly experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our leadership team as Technician Supervisor.

  
  The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care-with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.
  
  Why We Need You
  We want you to take the skills and experience you've gained over your years in this profession and put them to great use in our hospital.
  This is a working supervisory position which is responsible for the leadership and of the Veterinary Technician Staff.   In addition to all Veterinary Technician responsibilities, duties will include, but are not limited to:
  
  Implementing department policies and procedures.
  Scheduling staff and conducting team meetings.
  Enforcing charge captures.
  Accurately handling and recording controlled drugs.
  Record keeping.
  Marketing. 
  Facility maintenance.
  
  Strong skills are required.  Must be dedicated to creating a healthy work environment where all employees are elevated, empowered and enjoy what they do.   
  
  Why You Should Consider Us
  At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
  You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.
  You will sharpen your skills-and even learn some new techniques-and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
  We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical/dental/vision and paid vacation (for F/T employees only), 401(k), generous personal pet care discounts, and more!

  We offer competitive compensation and great benefits for eligible employees, including medical/dental, generous personal pet care discounts and more!

   

Evergreen Animal Clinic is a full-service small animal veterinary hospital that has been proudly serving pets and their human companions since 1969. The clinic’s long history of excellent patient care and client satisfaction is due to the well-trained, attentive and experienced veterinary team. Located in Santa Maria, CA, we are a modern, privately-owned, five-DVM practice. We perform soft tissue surgery and dentistry, use EMR, ultrasound, digital radiography, and dental radiology. All of our radiographs are read by a board-certified radiologist.

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We are open Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm, and Saturdays 08:00am - 12:00pm. There are no on call responsibilities. After-hours emergencies are referred to one of two local ER’s (the closest is about two miles from our clinic).

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Located on the central coast of California, there are many opportunities for outdoor activities. World-class wineries are within an hour drive, along with live music venues and great dining. Hiking, biking, surfing, kayaking, horseback events, deep-sea fishing, and camping are all available in this area. Cal Poly SLO is a half-hour drive north from us and offers community events as well as a thriving student community.

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Our clinic is rapidly growing and we would like to add a veterinarian to our team. The work schedule is very flexible and can be decided based on your needs.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

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Required for this position: A current CA Veterinary License and at least 2 years of experience in a small animal practice.

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Salary is negotiable based on the work schedule. Full-time employees receive benefits including:

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401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

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Health Insurance

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Dental Insurance

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Vision Insurance

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Employee discounts

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Paid vacation and sick leave

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Flexible schedule

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Local veterinary association dues

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CVMA dues

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Paid CE

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Please send resume to vetguy@gmail.com

Flexible schedule for skilled veterinary assistant or RVT with 2 years experience in the veterinary field.

Jobs include monitoring anesthesia, blood draws, animal handling, x-rays, maintaining mobile RV Vet Truck.  Must be able to lift 50lbs.  Applicant must be reliable, have a positive attitude and friendly.  RVT applicants can take tech appts with a company vehicle in the field with an assistant.  

Work while your kids are in school… time off during school holidays and bonuses throughout the year!  

We are different than most veterinary practices. We are small compassionate veterinary team who focus on loving our community and their pets thru veterinary medicine at the client’s home.  

Website: www.805mobilevet.com

For more information or to apply, send resume to watermandvm@yahoo.com

Are you ready to find your forever home?  Are you ready to practice truly high quality veterinary medicine in a fun, quirky and super supportive environment?  Are you ready to be truly happy?  Do you want to join our “Barrel of Monkeys?”  Then keep reading!

We are looking for a full or part time, small animal veterinarian to join us in San Luis Obispo, on the Central coast of California. 

We are Fear Free, Cat Friendly & AAHA accredited.  This job is ideal for a DVM with a lovely combination of excellence and humility, confidence and a sense of humor. 

Our current associates make between $130,000-$190,000 working 2.5-4.5 days each week.  We provide up to 18 days of paid time off, $3500 per year in CE (we want you to be smart and skilled!) and all the usual health insurance, IRA’s, licenses, dues and professional insurance.  

Want to learn more? 

Go to https://www.animalcareclinicslo.com/about-us/jobs/dvm-associate/     for more details or to let us know you are interested.