Veterinarian-Whittier CA
Listed compensation
$150k-$180k
The week · per this posting4-day week
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Job Description
Who We Are
Experienced Associate Veterinarian | $150K–$180K + $50K Sign-On | No On-Call | 4/10 Schedule | Whittier, CA
Join Our Skilled Veterinary Team at Whittier Dog & Cat Hospital!
Whittier Dog & Cat Hospital is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian with 3–5 years of experience to join our long-standing and trusted practice in Whittier, CA. This is a great opportunity for an experienced DVM who’s ready to work with a diverse caseload, grow clinically, and collaborate with a high-performing team in a fully equipped, modern hospital.
Why Join Us?
Established Practice: Proudly serving the Whittier community for over 50 years.
Diverse Caseload: From soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries to internal medicine and exotics—no two days are the same.
Modern Technology: Advanced diagnostics, in-house lab, digital radiology (including dental), ultrasound, lift tables, ICU oxygen therapy, and Doorstep CT access.
Collaboration & Support: Work alongside experienced professionals and partner with our nearby sister hospital, Southeast Pet Hospital.
- Strong Culture: We believe in teamwork, mentorship, and mutual respect to provide exceptional care.
- What We’re Looking For
- 3–5+ years of clinical experience
- Strong diagnostic and surgical skills
- Team player with excellent communication
- Confidence in managing complex cases and fast-paced environments
- Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- 4-day workweek (4/10s)
- No on-call or after-hours responsibilities
- Monthly staff meetings and shared case discussions
- Flexible schedule with time for professional growth
- About Whittier, CA
Located just 20 minutes southeast of Los Angeles, Whittier offers the perfect blend of historic charm and big-city energy. Stroll through Uptown Whittier for shopping and dining, or enjoy quick access to Disneyland, Orange County beaches, and endless CE programs and networking in Los Angeles. It’s a vibrant and diverse city with top-rated schools and a strong community feel.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $150,000–$180,000, based on experience
- $50,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Paid parental leave (birth/adoption for birthing & non-birthing parents)
- CE allowance and paid CE time
- Licensing fees and liability coverage
- Relocation assistance
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Competitive referral program
- Staff discounts on products and services
- Exclusive Employee Perks – Resources for Living
Enjoy Discounts On
- Electronics, travel, and hotels
- Dining, entertainment, and fitness
- Auto maintenance, flowers, gifts & more
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Whittier Dog and Cat Hospital. We foster a culture where everyone can bring their authentic selves, feel they belong, and thrive.
We’re proud of our practice and excited to grow our team. If you’re a veterinarian who thrives on variety and values supportive teamwork, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume to Jose at Jizarpate@vetcor.com.
What's in It for You
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary care including soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, internal medicine, and exotics management. Collaborate with a high-performing team to maintain clinical standards and participate in shared case discussions.
Requirements
Candidates must have 3–5+ years of clinical experience and possess strong diagnostic and surgical skills. Excellent communication abilities and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ 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 ~$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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $150k–$180k | Veterinary Medicine median $149k (middle half $129k–$170k)438 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 | ~$149k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in California | 219 active | 3,298 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 74% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $50k sign-on | California healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 45% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 15% offer loan repayment342 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,266 in the last 30 days | 492 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 | #10 of 14 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian-Whittier CA at Vet Cor a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very 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, no weekend requirements.
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Benefits & Perks
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$150k-$200kWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No call
- No weekends
About Vet Cor
Benefits & Perks
Living in Whittier
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $809k≈ 5.4× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,402/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 33 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 113.6
- 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 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.