Veterinarian - Ceres, CA
Listed compensation
$150k-$170k
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Job Description
Who We Are
Associate Veterinarian – Ceres Veterinary Clinic
Ceres, California
Ceres Veterinary Clinic is growing, and we’re excited to welcome a compassionate, collaborative Associate Veterinarian to our team! Whether you're seeking full-time (30+ hours) or part-time, we’re flexible and ready to build a role that fits your professional goals.
About Us
We’re a community-based practice with an incredibly loyal client base that truly values the relationships we build with their pets and families. Our hospital is supported by a long-tenured, highly experienced staff who work together like family. We celebrate together too — birthdays, holidays, potlucks, team outings, and even an annual Easter egg hunt are all part of our culture.
Our veterinarian brings a robust veterinary background and is a strong, supportive leader who believes in teamwork, mentorship, and high-quality medicine delivered with heart. We’re also proud to serve as the go-to veterinary provider for city animal services, while offering discounted care to local shelters and rescue organizations. Giving back to our community is at the core of who we are.
Our Hospital
- Remodeled in 2019, our clinic is modern, well-equipped, and designed for efficient, high-quality care. All services are performed in-house, including:
- Full diagnostic lab capabilities
- Digital radiology
- Ultrasound
- Complete surgical suite
- Dedicated dental suite — including an RVT with advanced dentistry expertise
We see dogs and cats, but we’re also excited to expand services based on the interests and skills a new veterinarian brings. If you have a niche or passion area, we want to support it.
We’re also fortunate to have consistent, loyal relief veterinarians who are invested in our mission and help ensure excellent continuity of care.
What We’re Looking For
We’re Seeking a Veterinarian Who
- Values strong client relationships and community involvement
- Enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Is open to mentorship or enjoys mentoring others
- Has an interest in surgery, dentistry, exotics, or a special focus area (not required — just a plus!)
What We Offer
- Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling
- Supportive, experienced support staff
- Opportunities to grow and develop new services
- A positive, close-knit workplace culture
- The chance to make a real impact in a community that truly appreciates its veterinary team
If you’re looking for a place where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and your team feels like family, Ceres Veterinary Clinic might be the perfect fit. We’d love to meet you!
What's in It for You
Compensation & Benefits
- A pro-sal compensation model with a salary of $150,000 - $170,000 (based on experience & schedule)
- Production bonus paid quarterly with no negative accrual
- Signing and/or relocation bonus available
- 401(k) contribution
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- CE allowance + CE PTO
- Professional dues and liability coverage
Paid Vacation + Sick Time
Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more!
We are so proud of our practice and would love to tell you about our community-based approach to veterinary care. Apply today or send your resume to Vanessa at vsanchez@vetcor.com
Where We Are
Location Perks
Ceres Offers Small-town Warmth with Big-city Access
- 1.5 hours to San Francisco
- 2 hours to the beach
- Close to hiking, national parks, and California wine country
You can enjoy a lower cost of living while still having weekend access to some of the best destinations in the state.
Key Responsibilities
The associate veterinarian will provide high-quality medical and surgical care to dogs and cats while maintaining strong relationships with clients. They will also collaborate with a supportive team and participate in community-based veterinary services.
Requirements
The candidate must be a licensed veterinarian with a passion for high-quality medicine and team-oriented practice. Interest in surgery, dentistry, or specialized areas is considered a plus.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- 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 ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $145k 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 | $150k–$170k | Veterinary Medicine median $170k (middle half $154k–$190k)78 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 | ~$145k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in California | 242 active | 3,396 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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