Veterinarian - Ontario, CA

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k-$160k

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

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Posted 50m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Who We Are

Mountain Avenue Animal Hospital | Ontario, CA

Mountain Avenue Animal Hospital is looking to add a compassionate, enthusiastic Associate Veterinarian to their dedicated team of veterinary professionals!

If you’re passionate about practicing thoughtful medicine, building meaningful relationships with clients, and providing exceptional care to every patient who walks through your doors, we’d love to meet you. This is an opportunity to join a team committed to compassionate, personalized veterinary care for dogs and cats throughout the Ontario community.

Our Values

At Mountain Avenue Animal Hospital, patient care comes first. Their philosophy is centered around compassionate hearts, gentle hands, kind words, and superior care. The team is dedicated to creating positive experiences for both pets and their families while delivering high-quality veterinary medicine.

We’re looking for a veterinarian who shares that same passion for patient care, client communication, teamwork, and continued growth in veterinary medicine.

Our Facility

Mountain Avenue Animal Hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, with services spanning wellness and preventive medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, dermatology and allergy care, laser therapy, nutrition, and surgery.

The hospital also offers a variety of surgical procedures, including soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery, providing an opportunity for veterinarians to utilize and continue developing a broad range of clinical skills.

Our Package

We take employee wellbeing seriously and offer a comprehensive package designed to support you both personally and professionally.

Compensation & Schedule

  • $130,000–$160,000+ annual salary, based on experience, skill set, and practice type
  • $20,000 sign-on bonus
  • Full-time, 40-hour work week with a 4/10 schedule
  • Relocation assistance

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • CE allowance
  • Paid vacation
  • Professional dues and liability coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid parental leave for eligible team members, including welcoming a child through birth or adoption
  • Family-friendly atmosphere
  • Employee discounts on products and services
  • Competitive employee referral program

Our Home

Located in Ontario, California, Mountain Avenue Animal Hospital serves pets and families throughout the local community and surrounding Inland Empire. Ontario offers convenient access to the greater Southern California region while providing a vibrant community for both work and life.

Job Requirements

  • DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program.
  • California veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.
  • Loyal, compassionate, and passionate about patient care and client communication.
  • Excellent diagnostic abilities paired with strong communication skills.
  • Dedicated to providing high-quality medicine and taking pride in your work.
  • Values collaboration, teamwork, and a positive hospital environment.
  • Emotionally intelligent, adaptable, and committed to building strong relationships with clients and teammates.
  • Truly values patient care and has a strong desire to grow professionally.
  • Enthusiastic about veterinary medicine and committed to continued learning and development.

Apply today and come join our TEAM! We’re excited to connect with veterinarians who want to make a difference in the lives of pets, their families, and their community. Please send your resumes to Jose at jizarpate@vetcor.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical care, including wellness exams, diagnostics, and surgical procedures for dogs and cats. They are expected to build strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively with the hospital team to maintain high standards of patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program and possess a valid California veterinary license. Strong diagnostic abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional growth and teamwork are required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Wellness careSoft-tissue surgery

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 ~$145k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $131k 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, 56% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.8 / 10 · above average in veterinaryranked against 4,631 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$130k–$160kVeterinary Medicine median $163k (middle half $149k–$182k)68 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$131k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California259 active3,113 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 84% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$20k sign-onCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 39% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 16% offer loan repayment385 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,631 Veterinary listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

25 jobs · 16 employers
7
<$150k
4
$150k-180k
8
$180k-210k
6
$210k-240k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
76% this job
Sign-on bonus
64% this job
Relocation assistance
56% this job
PSLF eligible
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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City and County of San Francis · San Francisco, California

$177k–$227k
#2

2293-Senior Shelter Veterinarian

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$177k-$227k
#3

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$140k-$224k
#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,085 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Benefits & Perks

$130,000–$160,000 Annual Salary
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CE Allowance
Paid Vacation
Professional Dues and Liability Coverage

Living in Ontario

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$643k≈ 4.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,580/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
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 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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