Veterinarian - Camarillo, CA

VeterinarianNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$150k-$170k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday4-day week

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Job Description

Who We Are

Camarillo, CA $150K–$170K + $30K Sign-On Bonus | 4-Day Week | No Weekends | Small Animal Practice

Dr. Battier’s Veterinary Clinic, a well-established, state-of-the-art animal hospital in Camarillo, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our compassionate, collaborative team. This is your chance to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive environment while enjoying an excellent work-life balance.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Family-oriented culture built on compassion, collaboration, and communication.
  • State-of-the-art facility with advanced surgical suites and in-house diagnostics.
  • Flexible scheduling options: 4-day work week (Mon–Thu) or 3-day work week (Mon–Wed).
  • No weekends or on-call responsibilities.

Role Highlights

  • Provide exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats.
  • Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
  • Collaborate closely with a skilled, supportive team.
  • Grow professionally through mentorship and ongoing learning.
  • Ideal Candidate
  • Active CA DVM license (or ability to obtain one).
  • Passionate about small animal medicine and client care.
  • Team-oriented, adaptable, and eager to develop professionally.
  • Committed to maintaining high standards of patient care.

Comprehensive Benefits

  • Competitive salary $150K–$170K + $30K sign-on bonus.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan and flexible spending account.
  • CE allowance and paid CE time.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave (birth or adoption).
  • Professional dues and liability coverage.
  • Relocation assistance and employee discount program.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Supportive, family-friendly culture with recognition and connection.

About CamarilloCamarillo offers the perfect balance of coastal California living and small-town charm. Enjoy sunny weather, easy access to beaches, hiking, shopping, dining, and a vibrant community—all while being close to Los Angeles for entertainment and cultural experiences.

Join Our TeamDr. Battier’s Veterinary Clinic is proud to provide outstanding veterinary care for over 20 years. Here, your work makes a real difference, and your growth is supported every step of the way.

Our Commitment to InclusionDiversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Dr. Battier's Veterinary Clinic. We foster a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves, feel they belong, and thrive.

Apply Today: Send your resume to Jose Izarpate at jizarpate@vetcor.com and take the next step in your veterinary career.

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats while building strong relationships with clients. Collaborate with a supportive team to maintain high standards of patient care in a state-of-the-art facility.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active California DVM license or have the ability to obtain one. The role requires a passion for small animal medicine and a team-oriented, professional approach.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSurgeryDentistryClient communicationTeam collaboration

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $145k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 84% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 2,949 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$150k–$170kVeterinary Medicine median $165k (middle half $155k–$185k)79 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$145k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California257 active3,106 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 84% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,949 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Camarillo, CA at Dr. Battier's Veterinary Clinic a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,949 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 14 employers
6
<$150k
2
$150k-180k
8
$180k-210k
6
$210k-240k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

22 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
73% this job
Sign-on bonus
64% this job
Relocation assistance
55% this job
PSLF eligible
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Senior Shelter Veterinarian (2293) - Animal Care and Control, Office of the City Administrator

City and County of San Francis · San Francisco, California

$177k–$227k
#2

2293-Senior Shelter Veterinarian

City and County of San Francis · San Francisco, California

$177k-$227k
#3

Veterinarian Medical Leader

$140k-$224k
#4

Hospital Medical Leader - Veterinarian

$140k-$224k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 7.1
Better work-life than 70% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,949 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends

Benefits & Perks

$30K sign-on bonus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending account
CE allowance and paid CE time
Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
Professional dues and liability coverage
Relocation assistance

Living in Camarillo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$838k≈ 5.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,911/mo≈ 23% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
110.5
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 · Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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