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Veterinarian - Boulevard Pet Hospital (Castro Valley, California)

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$160k-$180k

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Job Description

  • Veterinarian - Small & Exotic animals
  • Boulevard Pet Hospital
  • Castro Valley, CA

boulevardpethospital.com

Description

Boulevard Pet Hospital is hiring a veterinarian for our full-service animal hospital located in Castro Valley, CA that sees Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, Reptiles, Birds, and Pocket Pets.

Our team loves what they do-creating happy vets & happy pets!

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  • Sick of applications? Send me (Josh) a simple email: joshua.jones@AmeriVet.com
  • Complete an application online.

The Clinic

Boulevard Pet Hospital is small 2 exam room, but clean, organized, and equipped with advanced tools and technologies to provide the highest standard of care a variety of cases. We have perfected the art of work-life balance while delivering exceptional customer service.

Our community relies on and highly respects us as trusted animal doctors which in turn supports us being open 5 days a week to see dogs, cats, pocket pets and exotics. Some of our services include orthopedic and soft tissue surgery.

We have a big focus on pet wellness and preventative cases providing vaccinations, microchipping, dental care, pet dietary planning, check-ups, on-site lab work, testing, and more.

The Team

The Boulevard Pet Hospital staff is dedicated to excellent patient care, client communication, and teamwork which makes it a great environment for a veterinarian to fully utilize their medicine and surgery skills. Currently, we have a Registered Vet Tech (RVT), and an incredible vet assistant with and one highly skilled, hardworking, and kind DVM. We are in a great place to welcome an experienced veterinarian or provide mentorship to someone looking to learn and grow.

  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $160,000 - $180,000 annual salary + 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 bonuses available
  • 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

We are in a great place to welcome an experienced veterinarian or recent graduates and able to provide outstanding mentorship and opportunities to learn and grow.

About the Area

Make Castro Valley, CA your career home! Experience the perfect combination of a vibrant downtown scene while residing just 30 minutes away from state parks, wineries, wildlife, adventures, and more.

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

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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

The veterinarian will provide high-quality medical and surgical care for small and exotic animals at a full-service hospital. They will also focus on pet wellness, preventative medicine, and maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Orthopedic surgeryPreventative careExotic animal care

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

In California, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$169k (37 salary observations; 85 listings), vs ~$138k nationally (222 salary observations; 1,192 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$170k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $154k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution21 jobs · 19 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
76% this job
CME allowance
71% this job
Relocation assistance
62% this job
PSLF eligible
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,963 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Castro Valley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.02M≈ 6.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,889/mo≈ 22% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
33 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

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San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$160,000-$180,000 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