VCA Animal Hospitals·Pacific Grove, California
The Relief Veterinarian will use their medical judgment and empathy to build a loyal client base and heal pets. They will work as part of a cohesive team and contribute to the overall care of animals.
VCA Ocean View Animal Hospital located in Pacific Grove, California is looking for an Relief Veterinarian who enjoys practicing medicine with a cohesive, tenured team! A relief position is perfect if you are looking for a high level of flexibility, or if you are in search of longer term opportunities and want to spend some time in a hospital prior to making a full time commitment. We offer a variety of compensation packages and benefits for our relief doctors, and consider them an essential member of our support network. We offer competitive compensation: $1,300 per 8-hour shift. In this position you will use your superior medical judgment combined with a high level of empathy, confidence and humility to build a loyal client base and heal pets. As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. Among the reasons to consider joining VCA are:
Network of 4,500+ doctors, including more than 600 Specialists.
Largest provider of Private Practice Internships and Residencies in the U.S.
WOOF University, offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff.
Robust Clinical Studies program.
Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities. Apply today to find out if our relief position is what you have been looking for! If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Candidates should possess strong medical judgment and a high level of empathy. A commitment to professional growth and compassion for pets and people is essential.
Market context
Relief veterinarian roles in California often see steady demand from clinics needing flexible coverage for vacations, sick leave, and busy periods. Competition can be strong because employers look for solid medical judgment, empathy, and the ability to step in quickly with minimal onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm practice style, scheduling expectations, and case mix before applying.