Associate Veterinarian – Thousand Oaks, California

Location Thousand Oaks
Discipline: USA Veterinary
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $150000 to $170000
Contact name: Matt Doyle

Contact email: matt@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: JAD04-09

​Associate Veterinarian – Thousand Oaks, California

Location: Thousand Oaks, California
Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday | 30+ hours per week | No after-hours emergencies or on-call
Compensation: Starting from $150,000 per year + production-based earning opportunities with no negative accrual
New Graduates Welcome | Leadership Potential | Excellent Work-Life Balance

About the Role

An established small animal practice in Thousand Oaks, California is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join its general practice team.

With compensation starting from $150,000 per year, production-based earning opportunities, and a Monday–Friday schedule with no after-hours emergencies or on-call requirements, this position provides an attractive combination of earning potential and work-life balance.

The role offers a varied general practice caseload encompassing preventive medicine, diagnostics, routine surgery, and dentistry, with opportunities to build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

New graduate veterinarians are encouraged to apply, with mentorship, continuing education, and professional development resources available. There is also leadership potential for experienced veterinarians interested in progressing their careers.

About the Practice

The practice is a well-established small animal veterinary hospital in Thousand Oaks, providing comprehensive general practice services within a collaborative and welcoming clinical environment.

The team places a strong emphasis on high-quality preventive care, thorough diagnostic workups, client education, and continuity of care.

Veterinarians benefit from working alongside experienced clinical and support professionals while having access to mentorship, continuing education, wellness resources, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.

Located in Ventura County, Thousand Oaks offers convenient access to Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and Southern California's coastline. The area combines extensive outdoor recreation opportunities with excellent local amenities, making it an attractive location for veterinarians seeking both career development and quality of life.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality preventive and general veterinary care

  • Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and consultations

  • Diagnose medical conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans

  • Perform routine soft tissue surgical procedures

  • Perform and support routine veterinary dentistry

  • Recommend appropriate diagnostic investigations and detailed case workups

  • Communicate diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and preventive healthcare plans clearly to clients

  • Build long-term relationships with clients and their pets

  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records

  • Work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff

  • Participate in continuing education and professional development

  • Contribute to practice growth and community engagement

  • Maintain high standards of patient welfare and clinical care

Candidate Profile

Candidates should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent and be licensed, or eligible for licensure, to practise veterinary medicine in California.

An active DEA licence or eligibility to obtain DEA licensure is also required.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and motivated veterinarian with an interest in preventive medicine, general surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education.

New graduates are welcome to apply, with access to mentorship and clinical development opportunities designed to support progression during the early stages of their careers.

Experienced veterinarians are equally encouraged to apply, particularly those interested in leadership opportunities and contributing to the continued development of a successful small animal practice.

Compensation & Benefits

The position provides a comprehensive package designed to support financial, professional, and personal wellbeing, including:

  • Starting compensation of $150,000 per year

  • Production-based earning opportunities with no negative accrual

  • Monday–Friday schedule

  • No after-hours emergency responsibilities

  • No on-call requirements

  • Full-time considered from 30+ regularly scheduled hours per week

  • Paid time off

  • Paid parental leave

  • Bereavement leave covering people and pets

  • Time off for new pet adoptions

  • Free veterinary examinations and pet care discounts

  • Subsidised backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets

  • Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy

  • Continuing education support

  • Free CE courses and CE credits

  • Paid time to complete continuing education

  • Veterinary mentorship and clinical development resources

  • Professional growth and leadership opportunities

Apply Today

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian searching for an Associate Veterinarian job in Thousand Oaks, CA offering a starting salary of $150,000, strong earning potential, professional development, and an excellent weekday schedule.

With no after-hours emergencies or on-call requirements, the position is particularly well suited to veterinarians seeking greater work-life balance without compromising their clinical or career development.

Whether you are a new graduate veterinarian seeking mentorship or an experienced DVM interested in future leadership opportunities, applications are welcomed.

Contact:
Matt Doyle – Senior Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com