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Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital
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, CANestled 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 TeamAt 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 InclusionDiversity, 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, surgical, and emergency care for dogs and cats in a collaborative clinic environment. Engage in community outreach and maintain high standards of patient care and client communication.

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 candidates should possess strong communication skills and a passion for small animal medicine.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Soft tissue surgeryUrgent care

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 ~$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).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,101 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$80k–$125kVeterinary Medicine median $149k (middle half $129k–$170k)416 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$93k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California262 active3,139 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 70% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 13% offer loan repayment382 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,011 in the last 30 days513 the 30 days before (+97%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,101 Veterinary Medicine listings), 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 Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital 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 3,101 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

23 jobs · 15 employers
4
<$105k
1
$130k
6
$140k-175k
10
$175k-210k
2
$210k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

22 jobs · 15 employers
CME allowance
82% this job
401k / retirement match
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
73% this job
Relocation assistance
59%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Hospital Veterinarian

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores · El Cerrito, California

$104k-$220k
#2

Associate Veterinarian

Companion Pet Partners · Santa Cruz, California

$160k-$210k
#3

Veterinarian Hospital Medical Leader

$128k-$205k
#4

Associate Veterinarian

$96k-$203k
+ 21 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,101 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital

Veterinary
Pleasant Valley, New York
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Professional Liability Insurance
401(k) 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.