Associate Veterinarian

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

San Roque Pet Hospital located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, is ready to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to our dedicated team of Veterinarians, experienced technicians & friendly support staff. We are a close-knit group that values each other & strives to provide the best veterinary care to the clients of Santa Barbara & surrounding communities. Our hospital is well-established & respected in our community. San Roque is a part of a network of 3 sister hospitals in Santa Barbara that work closely to provide quality veterinary care to the most dedicated & trusting pet owners. Our clients truly go above & beyond for their family pets!

Our Veterinary Team specializes in providing high-quality, compassionate and convenient care for our patients. We will always do our best to work with the client's needs in mind.

At San Roque, you will have well-trained team members who will allow you to be a doctor and make a difference in the lives of pets and people. We will always seek to understand the feelings of our patients, our clients and our co-workers, and to treat them appropriately with the dignity and respect that they all need and deserve. We strive to provide our patients with the highest level of patient care, in-house diagnostics, imaging, dental & surgical services. 

Our ideal candidate:

• Will have an interest in dentistry and strong oral surgery skills are preferred
• Possess a broad knowledge of preventive and sick veterinary medicine
• Use good judgment in patient assessment, diagnostics and therapeutics planning with ability to identify and communicate this knowledge to team members and clients
• Enjoy working individually and as a team with a great work ethic
• Have strong people skills, focused on quality of care and excels at assuring client satisfaction
• Excel at communication skills
• Have a commitment to excellent client service
• Possess strong organizational skills

Come explore the beauty of  Santa Barbara, CA. Our city is best known for its broad, sandy beaches, and whether you're looking to catch the perfect wave or the perfect sunset, there are plenty from which to choose. Santa Barbara is blessed with warm weather year-round, stunning beaches, and tons of exciting attractions to check out. You may even be surprised with a local Celebrity or Royalty sighting at one of our wonderful restaurants or resorts. With so much to see and do, you'll absolutely never want to leave our little paradise. We welcome you to come for a visit & will gladly assist you with relocation so you can spend your days relaxing & enjoying our marvelous outdoor activities & opportunities. 

By joining our team, be assured that we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance.

Our compensation package includes a competitive salary starting at $150,000 to $180,000 (BOE), great quarterly production plan, lucrative sign-on/commitment/relocation bonuses, quality health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, generous continuing education allowance and additional paid time off, numerous discounts through our partners and reimbursement for membership dues and license fees.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity. The Time to Join PetVet Care Centers is Now!

Learn more and apply by visiting www.petvetcareers.com or emailing your CV/resume to Sonni Nevarez at snevarez@petvetcarecenters.com

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources