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Redwood Animal Hospital
Castro Valley, California

Veterinarian - Castro Valley, CA

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$170k

The week · per this posting4-day week · 4×10s

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Job Description

Who We Are

Experienced Veterinarian Opportunity – Redwood Animal Hospital | Castro Valley, CA

Redwood Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced, collaborative veterinarian who is passionate about practicing high-quality medicine in a well-established, community-trusted hospital. As the largest and oldest veterinary facility in Castro Valley, we offer the stability of a longstanding reputation with the support of a modern, well-equipped practice.

Why Experienced Veterinarians Choose Redwood

  • Established leader in the Castro Valley community for decades, with a loyal and appreciative client base
  • Providing the highest quality of care throughout our patients’ lives which establishes a permanent bond between our clients & our fantastic staff
  • Large, multi-doctor hospital with strong support staff and experienced technicians
  • State-of-the-art equipment, including in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital radiography, tonometry, comprehensive dental suite, and advanced surgical capabilities
  • Opportunity to practice the best medicine across dogs, cats, and most exotic pets
  • Emphasis on Fear Free–inspired handling and a low-stress environment for patients and team members
  • Collaborative culture where medicine is practiced for patient outcomes first
  • Leadership potential for veterinarians interested in mentoring, medical direction, or helping shape hospital growth
  • Flexible & Supportive Work Environment
  • Full-Time, Part-Time, or Relief opportunities
  • 4 ten-hour shifts for full-time veterinarians
  • Guaranteed schedule stability with work/life balance
  • Autonomy for experienced clinicians
  • Strong support for continuing education and professional development

If you’re ready to join a respected hospital where your experience, leadership, and medical judgment are valued, Redwood Animal Hospital would love to connect with you!

What's in It for You

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

  • Pro-sal compensation model with a base salary of $140,000 - $170,000 (based on experience and schedule)
  • Production bonus with no negative accrual
  • Sign-on and/or relocation bonus potential
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer support
  • CE allowance
  • Professional dues reimbursement and liability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Vacation and Additional Benefits

Apply today and get the conversation started! Please send your resumes to Jose at jizarpate@vetcor.com.

Where We Are

Life in Castro Valley

Located in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area, Castro Valley offers the ideal blend of natural beauty, strong community, and proximity to major metropolitan centers.

Access to outdoor recreation at Lake Chabot Regional Park, featuring hiking, biking, boating, and scenic trails

  • Excellent public schools and a safe, family-friendly atmosphere
  • Convenient commuting distance to San Francisco and Silicon Valley
  • Pleasant year-round climate and rolling East Bay hills
  • Diverse dining, local events, and a welcoming, tight-knit community

Castro Valley provides the balance many experienced veterinarians are seeking: the professional opportunity of the Bay Area with the comfort and livability of a close-knit suburban town.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in a collaborative hospital environment. Engage in clinical leadership, mentoring staff, and contributing to the hospital's growth and medical standards.

Requirements

The candidate must be an experienced veterinarian capable of practicing high-quality medicine. Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively within a multi-doctor team are required.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSurgeryDentistryLaboratory diagnosticsFear Free handlingPatient careExotic animal care

General Practice Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$155k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $140k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 43 active General Practice listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% have no call, 47% require no weekends.

What does the General Practice market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.7 / 10 · above average in veterinaryranked against 4,582 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$140k–$170kGeneral Practice median $163k (middle half $149k–$182k)69 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$140k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
General Practice listings in California11 active161 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 77% no call · 47% no weekends43 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 14% offer loan repayment383 active listings, Nov 2026
New General Practice listings58 in the last 30 days75 the 30 days before (−23%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,582 Veterinary listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 17 employers
5
<$145k
4
$145k-170k
5
$170k-195k
6
$195k-220k
4
$220k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 17 employers
CME allowance
87% this job
401k / retirement match
87% this job
Sign-on bonus
70% this job
Relocation assistance
65% this job
Loan repayment
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian Medical Leader

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores · Folsom, California

$140k-$224k
#2

Hospital Medical Leader - Veterinarian

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores · Los Angeles, California

$140k-$224k
#3

Hospital Veterinarian

$104k-$220k
#4

Senior Veterinarian

$120k-$220k
+ 22 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 5.7
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,582 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Redwood Animal Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Castro Valley, California
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Pro-sal compensation model with no negative accrual
Production bonus
Sign-on and/or relocation bonus potential
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer support
CE allowance
Professional dues reimbursement and liability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Living in Castro Valley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.02M≈ 7.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,011/mo≈ 26% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.