Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek·Walnut Creek, California
Provide comprehensive veterinary care for small animals, including wellness exams, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Collaborate with a team of doctors to deliver high-quality medicine and build long-term relationships with clients.
Veterinarian – (Full-Time or Part-Time) – General Practice 📍Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek: 130 La Casa Via, Suite 103A, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Salary: $120,000–$200,000 plus monthly production (no negative accrual) Bonuses: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available Schedule: Part-time or full-time options available – 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (including rotating weekends) Hours of Operation: Monday–Sunday: 9:00am-7:30pm Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is hiring a Full-Time or Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our modern, growing small animal general practice in Walnut Creek, just outside San Francisco.
Why You’ll Love Working Here: Collaborative Culture: We believe the best medicine is practiced when everyone contributes.
Here, your input, ideas, and suggestions are not only welcomed—they're valued.
Opportunities to Grow & Advance: Whether you’re looking to advance your skills in surgery or dentistry, or explore new clinical interests, we’re committed to supporting your growth every step of the way.
Our varied caseload keeps each day exciting and fosters continuous learning.
Practice Top-Tier Medicine: At our practice, you have the freedom and support to apply your knowledge and skills to deliver top-tier medical care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
A growing hospital with a strong reputation in the community: Backed by a trusted reputation in Walnut Creek and an expanding client base, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your caseload and develop meaningful, long-term client relationships.
Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, generous paid time off, CE allowance with paid CE days, coverage of all professional fees (licenses, dues, DEA, AVMA-PLIT), pet care discounts, uniform allowance, EAP, and potential partnership/equity opportunities through VPP.
About Us: For 5+ years, Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek has rapidly grown from a small neighborhood clinic into a thriving, four-doctor practice providing comprehensive veterinary care seven days a week.
Conveniently located directly across the street from John Muir Medical Center, our hospital is deeply embedded in the local healthcare community and serves clients in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Lafayette, Orinda, and Clayton.
We pride ourselves on a “say yes” mentality – doing everything we can to care for our patients, support our clients, and invest in our team whenever and however we’re able.
Our culture is built on a close-knit, team-first environment committed to compassionate care, high-quality medicine, and exceptional communication.
We emphasize collaboration across doctors and staff, individualized patient care, and fostering a jovial, supportive workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
Services & Medicine: Full-service care including wellness, advanced diagnostics (digital X-ray, in-house ultrasound, echocardiography, full lab), routine and advanced soft-tissue/orthopedic surgery, dentistry, and emergency/urgent care—supporting high-quality, continuous medicine in-house.
Why Live in Walnut Creek, CA?
Walnut Creek offers the best of the East Bay—without the San Francisco chaos: Easy access to San Francisco and Oakland Close to Napa, Sonoma, and Lake Tahoe Family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools Surrounded by hiking trails, parks, and golf courses Beautiful, quaint walkable downtowns with shopping, dining, and cultural attractions Requirements / Who We’re Looking For: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution Active veterinary license (or eligibility) in the state of California Team-oriented and collaborative Strong communicator with clients and staff Willing to learn, grow, and expand clinical skills Passionate about practicing high-quality medicine Ready to join a team that supports you personally and professionally?
Apply today!
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace and proudly serving our community with compassion and respect.
Must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution and possess an active California veterinary license. Candidates should be team-oriented communicators passionate about expanding their clinical skills.
Market context
Veterinarian roles in California are typically competitive because employers look for a DVM or VMD, an active California license, and strong teamwork and communication in addition to clinical skill. This role also includes common benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Before applying, confirm the license requirement and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time reviewing the original posting.
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