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Vet Cor
San Rafael, California

Veterinarian - San Rafael, CA

VeterinarianNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k-$145k

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Job Description

Who We Are

Build your future with a hospital rooted in experience, community, and purpose at Marin Pet Hospital in beautiful San Rafael, CA!

We are seeking a Full-Time or Part-Time Veterinarian to join our well-established small animal practice in Marin County’s North Bay. For more than 50 years, Marin Pet Hospital has been a trusted partner to generations of pet families — and that legacy shows in the loyalty of our clients and the strength of our team.

A Team Defined by Experience & Collaboration

Our hospital is supported by a highly skilled, knowledgeable veterinary team that understands the value of teamwork and efficiency. Many of our team members have deep roots in the practice and the local community, creating a culture of stability, mentorship, and mutual respect.

You’ll Practice Alongside Colleagues Who

  • Value high-quality medicine and thoughtful case management
  • Support one another in surgery, dentistry, and complex cases

Collaborate with fully boarded ophthalmologists, dermatologists, and other specialists off-site to ensure comprehensive care

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced veterinarian with strong surgical and dental skills who is interested in stepping into a leadership role within a respected, community-centered hospital.

Deep Community Connections

Our commitment extends beyond our hospital walls. We proudly work closely with local rescue organizations, including Marin Humane, Greyhound Friends for Life, and Marin Friends of Ferals.

If you’re looking for a practice where you can truly make an impact — not just treat cases — you’ll find it here.

  • A Practice Designed for Quality Care
  • Three or Four-day work weeks (30-40 hours)
  • No overnights or weekends
  • Digital radiography
  • Ultrasound
  • Separate surgical and dental suites
  • In-house laboratory

Onsite Pharmacy

We prioritize work-life balance so you can enjoy everything the North Bay has to offer.

If you’re seeking a hospital where experienced teammates, community involvement, and long-standing client relationships truly set the practice apart, we’d love to connect.

What's in It for You

Compensation & Benefits

We care deeply about the emotional and physical wellbeing of our team. Depending on employment status, benefits include:

  • Base salary of $130,000–$145,000 annually based on experience, schedule, and skill set
  • Production bonus paid quarterly with no negative accrual
  • Potential sign-on bonus and/or relocation assistance
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • CE allowance
  • Paid vacation

Professional Dues and Liability Coverage

Apply today and become part of the Marin Pet Hospital legacy! Apply here or send your resume to Vanessa at vsanchez@vetcor.com

Where We Are

Life in Marin County

San Rafael offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with historic charm, vibrant arts and culture, and excellent schools. Outdoor enthusiasts will love proximity to China Camp State Park, offering over 1,600 acres of trails and open space. Located less than 30 minutes north of San Francisco, you’ll have easy access to beaches, redwoods, and wine country — all while enjoying the relaxed lifestyle Marin is known for.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical care to small animals, including performing surgeries and dental procedures. Collaborate with the veterinary team and external specialists to ensure comprehensive case management.

Requirements

The candidate must be an experienced veterinarian with strong surgical and dental skills. The role requires a commitment to community-centered care and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative hospital environment.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineClient communicationLaboratory diagnostics

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 ~$138k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $124k 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 score6.8 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$130k–$145kVeterinary 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~$124k 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 (3,083 Veterinary Medicine 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 - San Rafael, CA at Vet Cor a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

27 jobs · 15 employers
7
<$140k
3
$140k-160k
10
$160k-180k
2
$180k
5
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 15 employers
CME allowance
92% this job
401k / retirement match
88% this job
Sign-on bonus
85% this job
Relocation assistance
65% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$160k-$210k
#2

GP-Associate Veterinarian-Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital

Dvm Launch · Lincoln Hills, California

$140k-$200k
#3

Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time)- Bayside Animal Hospital

$140k-$200k
#4

Veterinarian - Panorama City, CA

$150k-$200k
+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.8
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

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

  • No weekends
  • No nights
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About Vet Cor

Benefits & Perks

Base Salary $130K-$145K
Production Bonus Paid Quarterly with No Negative Accrual
Potential Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k)

Living in San Rafael

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.24M≈ 9.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,166/mo≈ 29% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 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.