Associate Veterinarian

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Montecito Pet Hospital located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for our small animal practice. Our well-trained team members will allow you to focus on being a doctor and not technician, allowing you to make a difference in the lives of pets and our clients. You cannot beat our hospital's friendly & professional culture as we have a 4.9-star rating on Google!

Our ideal candidate will have an interest in dentistry to compliment their general practice surgical skills and client service.

Our compensation package includes starting base salaries between $150,000 - $185,000 with generous sign-on and relocation bonuses available. We offer a great benefits package including, but not limited to: health insurance (vision, medical, dental, health savings/flexible spending), life and disability insurance, 401K with company contribution, PTO, generous CE allowance with additional PTO allotted, reimbursement for membership dues and license fees, and more.

Located on a pristine stretch of California’s central coastline, Santa Barbara brings together the Golden State’s Spanish influence, laid-back vibe, and upscale sensibility in a way few places can. Santa Barbara is best known for its broad, sandy beaches, and whether you’re looking to catch the perfect wave or the perfect sunset, there are plenty from which to choose. As a world-class destination, Santa Barbara does not disappoint when it comes to food and drink, and the surrounding area now rivals Northern California’s Napa and Sonoma regions for wine production.

Learn more and apply by visiting  or emailing your CV/resume to Joe Rusk at s

Pay Range

$150,000—$185,000 USD

At Pet Vet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, Pet Vet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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  Entry level

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• Job function
  
  Health Care Provider
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