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Camarillo, California

Veterinarian-Camarillo CA

VeterinarianNo callPart-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$125k

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Job Description

Who We Are

Discover Your Future in Coastal Camarillo

Since 1965, Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital has proudly served Camarillo with compassionate care for dogs and cats. Our thriving, newly remodeled small animal practice offers general, urgent, and emergency services, plus advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. Our modern facility features digital radiography, in-house IDEXX lab, ultrasound, Tonovet, and laser therapy. As partners with Ventura County Animal Services, we are committed to giving back to our community.

Whether you’re an experienced DVM, new graduate, or seeking part-time, full-time, or relief work, we want to meet you. Enjoy flexible scheduling with no on-call or after-hours responsibilities. New graduates benefit from our comprehensive mentorship program, including one-on-one surgical training, peer networking, and ongoing case support.

Ideal Candidate

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent license eligible to practice in California.
  • Passionate about small animal medicine, client care, and teamwork.
  • Strong communication skills and adaptability.
  • Eager to learn, grow professionally, and contribute to a collaborative clinic environment.
  • New graduates are welcome; experienced veterinarians with surgical or emergency interest are highly encouraged to apply.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Advanced diagnostics: digital radiography, IDEXX lab, ultrasound, Tonovet, laser therapy.
  • Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery capabilities.
  • Strong mentorship and structured new grad support.
  • Balanced workflow: manageable caseloads, efficient scheduling, and collaborative team environment.
  • Deep ties to the local community through partnerships and outreach.
  • Supportive, family-friendly team culture where veterinarians are valued.
  • Life in Camarillo, CA

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and rolling hills, Camarillo offers the perfect mix of small-town charm and coastal California living. Enjoy mild year-round weather, top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, beaches, hiking, and easy access to Los Angeles (just 1 hour away). Outdoor adventures, local wineries, and peaceful coastal sunsets make Camarillo an ideal place to live, work, and thrive.

Part-Time Benefits Include

  • Schedule - Two days per week or three- 20-30hrs
  • $80,000–$125,000 annualized compensation, based on experience and schedule
  • Generous sign-on bonus
  • Pro-sal or straight salary
  • Professional Liability Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Discounted Products and Services
  • Continuing Education Stipend
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture.

Join Our Team

At Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital, you’re more than a veterinarian — you’re part of a team that values your skills, well-being, and professional growth. We foster a compassionate, collaborative, and balanced work environment, where you can focus on providing excellent patient care while thriving personally and professionally.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital. 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

What's in It for You

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate medical, urgent, and emergency care for dogs and cats at a small animal practice. Perform advanced soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries while maintaining a collaborative and supportive clinic environment.

Requirements

Must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree and be eligible for licensure in California. New graduates are welcome to apply, and the role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Soft tissue surgeryUrgent care

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 ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k 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 score6.4 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$80k–$125kVeterinary Medicine median $149k (middle half $129k–$170k)442 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~$93k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California223 active3,340 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 86% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 45% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 15% offer loan repayment346 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,266 in the last 30 days492 the 30 days before (+157%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Vet Cor#7 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-Camarillo CA at Vet Cor a 6.4 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 on-call duties.

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%

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

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#4

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+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
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.

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Benefits & Perks

Generous sign-on bonus
Professional Liability Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
529 Savings Plan
Discounted Products and Services
Continuing Education Stipend
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Living in Camarillo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$838k≈ 10.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,911/mo≈ 44% 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.