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Ameri Vet
San Rafael, California, United States

Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$180k-$200k

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

Associate Veterinarian Opportunity – Animal Medical Center San Rafael, CA

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is a spacious, 4,000 sq/ft modern practice located just north of San Francisco. With 3 exam rooms and all the amenities of a fully equipped hospital, our team provides outstanding patient care in a collaborative, supportive environment.

  • Check us out at: sanrafaelvet.com
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: Small Animal General Practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: ~14.5 patients per doctor
  • Support staff ratio: ~1-3 per DVM

Case mix: General Practice Soft-tissue surgeries such as spay/neuter, mass removal, laceration repair, cystotomy, gastropexy, enucleation, and general preventative wellness care.

Technology & equipment: 3 exam rooms; in-house labs (blood and urine); in-house digital radiology and ultrasound; dentals; digital dental radiology.

Team culture: Our DVMs are backed by skilled technicians and assistants who are passionate, hardworking, and ready to support you. We foster a culture of teamwork, client communication, and medical excellence—making it the perfect place to grow and thrive as a veterinarian.

  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $180k - $200k annual salary (DOE) + production bonus
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded (Amerivet Careers)
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available up to $75k (DOE)
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You Are a Veterinarian Who Is

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care

Strong Communication and Client-education Skills

Experienced Veterinarians, and new/recent graduates with previous veterinary experience welcome to apply

About the Area

Beautiful weather year-round with access to outdoor adventures—hiking at Mount Tamalpais, exploring Muir Woods, kayaking on the bay. Just a short drive to Napa & Sonoma wine country and 20–30 minutes to San Francisco. A safe, vibrant community with excellent schools and a strong quality of life!

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

  • Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Josh) at joshua.jones@amerivet.com anytime.
  • Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers Page

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide outstanding patient care and perform general practice surgeries in a collaborative, supportive environment. Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to a culture of medical excellence.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Small animal medicineSoft-tissue surgery

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 ~$190k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $172k 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, 4% are remote, 64% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Ameri Vet ranks #10 of 13 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 19 employers

7
<$150k
6
$150k-180k
6
$180k-210k
7
$210k-240k
1
$275k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
74% this job
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
Relocation assistance
59% this job
Loan repayment
11% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$175k-$275k
#2

Senior Shelter Veterinarian (2293) - Animal Care and Control, Office of the City Administrator

City and County of San Francis · San Francisco, California

$177k–$227k
#3

2293-Senior Shelter Veterinarian

$177k-$227k
#4

Veterinarian Medical Leader

$140k-$224k
+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,047 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Rafael

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.22M≈ 6.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,182/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$180k-$200k annual salary + production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship programs