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BluePearl Vet
Monterey, California

Veterinarian - Oncologist

VeterinarianIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

salary range: $184,460 – $263,580

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Veterinary Oncologist – Pet Specialists of Monterey, CA

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital

Pet Specialists of Monterey, a BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, is seeking a Veterinary Oncologist to join our growing emergency and specialty team in beautiful Monterey, California.

As an AAHA-accredited, state-of-the-art, 24-hour emergency and referral hospital located along California’s Central Coast, we are committed to delivering advanced specialty medicine and exceptional patient care in a highly collaborative environment.

About Pet Specialists of Monterey

Our hospital offers a comprehensive in-house diagnostic and treatment suite designed to support advanced oncology and specialty care, including:

  • 16-slice Toshiba Aquilion CT scanner
  • In-house stat laboratory
  • Rigid and flexible endoscopy
  • Ultrasound
  • Digital radiography

Our dedicated oncology suite includes

  • Germfree Class II, Type B Laminar Flow Biological Safety Cabinet
  • Phaseal closed-system transfer devices
  • Pet Specialists of Monterey also features a Minimally Invasive Surgery program offering:
  • Rigid laparoscopy
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Arthroscopy

We are seeking a collaborative and motivated clinician who values exceptional medicine, strong referral relationships, and compassionate client communication. The ideal candidate is:

  • Self-motivated and team-oriented
  • Passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care
  • Comfortable building relationships with referring veterinarians

Interested in participating in CE presentations, case discussions, and outreach within the veterinary community

Someone who enjoys working in a supportive environment with a strong sense of teamwork and humor

About the Area

Located adjacent to the white sand beaches of Carmel and the dramatic coastline of Big Sur, Monterey offers one of the most beautiful and desirable living environments in California.

The region provides

  • World-class outdoor recreation and athletics
  • Exceptional dining and cultural experiences
  • Scenic hiking and coastal activities
  • Access to Monterey Bay’s renowned marine wildlife
  • Convenient travel opportunities to Napa Valley, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park

Monterey is home to an affluent, highly educated, and pet-friendly community, making it an ideal location for a thriving specialty practice and an exceptional quality of life.

  • Compensation & Incentives
  • Annual salary range: $184,460 – $263,580
  • Additional production-based compensation opportunities
  • Sign-on bonus available for experienced Oncologists
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

BluePearl also offers additional ancillary benefits including shift and weekend differentials, which may vary by hospital and region.

Why BluePearl?

At BluePearl, our passion is pets and the people who care for them. We are committed to supporting our clinicians through collaboration, professional development, and comprehensive wellbeing resources.

  • Professional Growth & Development
  • Annual continuing education allowance
  • Complimentary continuing education opportunities
  • Access to BluePearl University
  • More than 2,000 medical journals
  • Leadership development and talent growth programs
  • Career advancement opportunities within Mars Veterinary Health
  • Benefits & Wellbeing
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Paid time off, parental leave, and floating holidays
  • Annual company store allowance
  • Regional licensed social worker support
  • Trupanion pet insurance and employee pet care discounts
  • A Collaborative, Family-Like Culture

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative hospital culture where clinicians and associates work together to provide remarkable care for pets, clients, and one another.

If you are looking to grow your oncology career in a thriving specialty hospital surrounded by natural beauty, advanced medicine, and an exceptional team culture, we would love to connect with you about opportunities at Pet Specialists of Monterey!

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Provide advanced oncology and specialty medicine to pets within a collaborative 24-hour emergency and referral hospital. Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and participate in community outreach and continuing education.

Requirements

Seeking a self-motivated and team-oriented clinician passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care. Candidates should be comfortable with advanced oncology equipment and fostering professional referral relationships.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary OncologyCase DiscussionMedical OutreachDiagnostic Imaging

Oncology Career Context

In California, the Veterinarian weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$162k (96 salary observations; 292 listings), vs ~$146k nationally (446 salary observations; 3,065 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$224k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $202k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Monterey

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1,244k
Typical market rent
$2,714/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
109.0
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Salinas, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About BluePearl Vet

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1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Production-based compensation
Sign-on bonus available
Relocation assistance
Shift and weekend differentials
Annual continuing education allowance
Complimentary CE opportunities
BluePearl University access
2,000+ medical journals