Veterinarian Surgeon

Overview

Exciting Opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon in Monterey, CA! Sign-on Bonus up to $100k!

Blue Pearl Monterey invites you to join our AAHA-certified, multi-specialty practice located in beautiful Monterey on the Central Coast of California. We’re seeking a Board-Certified Surgeon or an individual who is residency-trained in Small Animal Surgery to join our team.

• Brand new building coming soon!
• Sign-on Bonus of up to $100,000!
• Competitive Salary
• Relocation Package
• Enhanced Benefits

We are gearing up to unveil our brand-new hospital by Fall 2025. We’re looking for an experienced clinician with an entrepreneurial mindset to lead the Surgery department. Our new building will feature three surgical suites and ample space for you to grow your service. This is a unique chance to be a key player in expanding a talented team in a thriving area, working collaboratively to build a strong service.

If this sounds like you, join us in this rewarding journey of building and growing together.

The team in Monterey believes in collaborative medicine across departments to provide comprehensive patient care. In addition to emergency care and our existing specialty services in Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Surgery, we are expanding our team and seeking a Criticalist, Radiologist, Oncologist, and Neurologist for our spacious new building.

Our hospital currently offers a complete in-hospital diagnostic suite including a 16-slice Toshiba Aquilion CT unit, stat-lab, rigid and flexible endoscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiography. We also have a private oncology suite with a Germfree Class II, Type B Laminar Flow Biological Safety Cabinet and Phaseal closed system transfer devices. Additionally, we offer a Minimally Invasive Surgery program with rigid laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, and arthroscopy.

Picture yourself living along California’s stunning coastline. Monterey’s cliffs, beaches, and ocean views provide an unparalleled destination. Nearby Carmel and Big Sur offer additional lifestyle options.

• Engage in world-class recreational activities, from surfing and hiking to fine dining and cultural events.
• Explore Monterey Bay’s marine life or nearby attractions like Napa Valley, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park.
• Enjoy a balanced work-life experience in a sought-after coastal community.

• Pet Care Benefits: Trupanion pet insurance and generous discounts on pet treatments, procedures, and food for associates.
• Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  Annual CE allowances, free sessions, access to Blue Pearl University and medical journals. Additional coverage for PLIT and DEA license costs and AVMA dues. Surgeons have access to Arthrex training through our partnership.
• Efficiency Tools: Dictation system tools like Talk-a-too and text expander to save time.
• Blue Pearl Science: Access to ongoing clinical studies and participation in a committee that drives academic studies and funding.
• Health & Wellness: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with company match, flexible schedules, PTO, parental leave, and mental health support including Lyra access and 12 free sessions per year.
• Community: Join the Mars Veterinary Health family with many career opportunities within our ecosystem.

If you’re a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a fulfilling career in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. Contact us to explore how you can impact the lives of pets and their families in Monterey, CA.

For more information, please contact Jenni Smith, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, at

The annual salary range for this position is $240,000 to $327,000. You may be eligible to earn production as determined by company policy. Blue Pearl offers additional ancillary benefits, including shift and weekend differentials. Ancillary benefits may vary by region and/or hospital; please discuss specifics with your interviewer.

Blue Pearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, it is available upon request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.