Veterinarian - Castro Valley, CA
Listed compensation
$140k-$170k
The week · per this posting4-day week · 4×10s
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Job Description
Who We Are
Experienced Veterinarian Opportunity – Redwood Animal Hospital | Castro Valley, CA
Redwood Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced, collaborative veterinarian who is passionate about practicing high-quality medicine in a well-established, community-trusted hospital. As the largest and oldest veterinary facility in Castro Valley, we offer the stability of a longstanding reputation with the support of a modern, well-equipped practice.
Why Experienced Veterinarians Choose Redwood
- Established leader in the Castro Valley community for decades, with a loyal and appreciative client base
- Providing the highest quality of care throughout our patients’ lives which establishes a permanent bond between our clients & our fantastic staff
- Large, multi-doctor hospital with strong support staff and experienced technicians
- State-of-the-art equipment, including in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital radiography, tonometry, comprehensive dental suite, and advanced surgical capabilities
- Opportunity to practice the best medicine across dogs, cats, and most exotic pets
- Emphasis on Fear Free–inspired handling and a low-stress environment for patients and team members
- Collaborative culture where medicine is practiced for patient outcomes first
- Leadership potential for veterinarians interested in mentoring, medical direction, or helping shape hospital growth
- Flexible & Supportive Work Environment
- Full-Time, Part-Time, or Relief opportunities
- 4 ten-hour shifts for full-time veterinarians
- Guaranteed schedule stability with work/life balance
- Autonomy for experienced clinicians
- Strong support for continuing education and professional development
If you’re ready to join a respected hospital where your experience, leadership, and medical judgment are valued, Redwood Animal Hospital would love to connect with you!
What's in It for You
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- Pro-sal compensation model with a base salary of $140,000 - $170,000 (based on experience and schedule)
- Production bonus with no negative accrual
- Sign-on and/or relocation bonus potential
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer support
- CE allowance
- Professional dues reimbursement and liability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Vacation and Additional Benefits
Apply today and get the conversation started! Please send your resumes or questions to Vanessa at vsanchez@vetcor.com
Where We Are
Life in Castro Valley
Located in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area, Castro Valley offers the ideal blend of natural beauty, strong community, and proximity to major metropolitan centers.
Access to outdoor recreation at Lake Chabot Regional Park, featuring hiking, biking, boating, and scenic trails
- Excellent public schools and a safe, family-friendly atmosphere
- Convenient commuting distance to San Francisco and Silicon Valley
- Pleasant year-round climate and rolling East Bay hills
- Diverse dining, local events, and a welcoming, tight-knit community
Castro Valley provides the balance many experienced veterinarians are seeking: the professional opportunity of the Bay Area with the comfort and livability of a close-knit suburban town.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary medical care to dogs, cats, and exotic pets in a collaborative hospital environment. Engage in leadership activities such as mentoring staff and contributing to the hospital's medical direction and growth.
Requirements
The candidate must be an experienced veterinarian capable of practicing high-quality medicine independently. Strong clinical skills and a commitment to a low-stress, Fear Free-inspired patient environment are required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
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 ~$155k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $140k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.7 / 10 · above average in veterinary | ranked against 4,493 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $140k–$170k | Veterinary Medicine median $150k (middle half $129k–$170k)460 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 | ~$140k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in California | 242 active | 3,421 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 74% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | California healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 14% offer loan repayment366 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,267 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+158%)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 pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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