Veterinarian - El Cerrito, CA
Listed compensation
$150k-$180k
The week · per this posting · Tuesday – Friday3-day weekWeekdays only
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Job Description
Who We Are
Veterinarian Opportunity – El Cerrito Veterinary Care | East Bay, CA
El Cerrito Veterinary Care is a modern, full-service hospital serving pets and families throughout the East Bay, including El Cerrito, Berkeley, Oakland, and surrounding communities. We are proud to deliver high-quality medical, dental, surgical, and diagnostic care in a collaborative, supportive environment where both our patients and our team members thrive.
ECVC is the kind of hospital where you’ll find a welcoming team, strong leadership, and a schedule that supports work-life balance—without after-hours or on-call shifts.
- Why El Cerrito Veterinary Care Stands Out
- Established, community-focused hospital with a loyal and diverse East Bay clientele
- Recently refreshed with a light remodel, including new paint and updated flooring, creating a bright, welcoming environment
- Skilled, experienced support staff that allows doctors to practice efficiently and confidently
- Modern equipment and a commitment to high-quality medicine
- Collaborative culture that values communication, mentorship, and continued growth
- No weekends, no after-hours, and no on-call responsibilities
If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can practice excellent medicine, grow professionally, and enjoy life outside of work, we’d love to connect.
What's in It for You
- Schedule & Compensation
- 4-day or 3-day work week (4/10s or 3/10s) for true work-life balance
- Tues - Fri schedule available (Fridays are a must!)
- Base salary of $150,000–$180,000 annually based on experience and schedule
- Production bonus with no negative accrual
- Sign-on and/or relocation bonus available
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company support
- Generous CE allowance and CE time off
- Paid time off + sick time
- Professional liability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Additional Benefits Designed to Support Your Wellbeing
Apply today to start the conversation about your future with El Cerrito Veterinary Care! Please send your resumes to Jose at Jizarpate@vetcor.com.
elcerritoveterinarian.com
Where We Are
Why You’ll Love the East Bay
- Located along Interstate 80 with convenient access to BART and public transportation, El Cerrito offers an easy commute and the best of Northern California living. Enjoy:
- A close-knit, peaceful community atmosphere
- Immediate access to Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco
- Outdoor recreation, waterfront parks, and scenic Bay views
- A vibrant food, arts, and cultural scene just minutes away
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical, dental, surgical, and diagnostic care to pets in a collaborative hospital environment. Maintain efficient practice standards while contributing to a supportive team culture.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians capable of delivering comprehensive animal care. The role requires a commitment to professional growth and effective communication within a team-based setting.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
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 ~$165k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $149k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 42 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 71% have no call, 38% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.7 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,002 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $150k–$180k | Veterinary Medicine median $163k (middle half $150k–$182k)94 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$149k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in California | 250 active | 3,016 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 71% no call · 38% no weekends42 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - El Cerrito, CA at El Cerrito Veterinary Care a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,002 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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Benefits & Perks
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,002 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No call
- No weekends
- No nights
About El Cerrito Veterinary Care
Benefits & Perks
Living in El Cerrito
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $1.14M≈ 7.6× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,551/mo≈ 20% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 43 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.