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Petaluma, California

Veterinarian - Petaluma, CA

VeterinarianIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$200k

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Job Description

Who We Are

Associate Veterinarian at Petaluma Veterinary Hospital | Petaluma, CA (North Bay Area)

Full-Time | Part-Time | Relief

Practice Great Medicine in a Hospital That Feels Like Home

Petaluma Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate Veterinarian to join our close-knit, client-focused team. Housed in a charming historic building dating back to 1946, our small animal practice has proudly served the Petaluma community for over 75 years. Our philosophy is simple and sincere: we treat every pet like our own and every client like family.

This is an exceptional opportunity to practice high-quality, personalized medicine in a supportive environment that truly values work–life balance.

  • Why You’ll Love Practicing Here
  • Well-established small animal hospital with a loyal, long-term clientele
  • Cozy, family-oriented practice with a strong sense of teamwork
  • Average of 12–16 patients per day with 30-minute appointments
  • Two-doctor practice with a 1:2 doctor-to-technician/assistant ratio

Modern, Well-equipped Facility Including

  • 2–3 exam rooms
  • Fully equipped treatment area
  • Digital radiography (standard & dental)
  • Ultrasound
  • Dedicated surgical and dental suite
  • Paper-light practice using Cornerstone software
  • Schedule Designed for Balance
  • Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • No weekends
  • Two consecutive days off
  • Shorter hours that support a sustainable, fulfilling career
  • Who We’re Looking For
  • A compassionate veterinarian who values client relationships and quality care
  • Experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Interest in practicing current, evidence-based medicine
  • A collaborative team player who enjoys a small-practice environment

If you’re looking for a practice where your work is valued, your schedule is respected, and your patients are treated like family, Petaluma Veterinary Hospital would love to meet you.

What's in It for You

Compensation & Benefits

  • We believe in recognizing and rewarding dedication, skill, and heart.
  • Base salary: $140,000–$200,000, depending on experience, schedule, and skill set
  • Quarterly production bonus w/ no negative accrual
  • Sign-on and/or relocation bonus available

Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • CE allowance and paid CE time
  • Professional dues and license reimbursement
  • Liability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mentorship and Professional Growth Support

Apply today or submit your resume to Vanessa at vsanchez@vetcor.com

Where We Are

Petaluma offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience. Known for its welcoming community, beautiful surroundings, and vibrant local culture, the area provides:

  • Easy access to vineyards, hiking, and outdoor recreation
  • A relaxed lifestyle with a strong sense of community
  • Convenient proximity to the greater San Francisco Bay Area
  • It’s an ideal place to build a career and a life!

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, compassionate medical care to small animal patients in a client-focused environment. Perform examinations, surgeries, and dental procedures while maintaining accurate medical records using practice management software.

Requirements

Candidates must be compassionate veterinarians with an interest in evidence-based medicine and strong client relationship skills. While experience is preferred, new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSurgeryDentistryClient communication

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

In California, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$163k (167 salary observations; 606 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (873 salary observations; 7,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$170k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $154k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in veterinaryranked against 4,493 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$140k–$200kVeterinary Medicine median $170k (middle half $154k–$190k)78 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$163k median in California$140k nationally (+16%)167 state / 873 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$154k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California242 active3,421 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 14% offer loan repayment366 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,251 in the last 30 days492 the 30 days before (+154%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Vet Cor#8 of 14 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,493 Veterinary listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Petaluma, CA at Vet Cor a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary — ranked against 4,493 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

26 jobs · 15 employers
7
<$145k
9
$145k-165k
5
$165k-185k
4
$200k
1
$210k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 15 employers
CME allowance
92% this job
401k / retirement match
92% this job
Sign-on bonus
88% this job
Relocation assistance
68% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$160k-$210k
#2

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$140k-$200k
#3

Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time)- Bayside Animal Hospital

$140k-$200k
#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.0
Better work-life than 50% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call
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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
CE Allowance and Paid CE Time
Professional Dues and License Reimbursement
Liability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship and Professional Growth Support

Living in Petaluma

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$842k≈ 6.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,869/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
107.8
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.

BEA 2024 · Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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