Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital, a successful and beautiful small animal practice, is looking for a full‑time Veterinarian to join general practice. Our hospital is an established small animal practice located in beautiful Thousand Oaks, California. We are seeking a hard‑working team player veterinarian with leadership potential. Located in Ventura County, Thousand Oaks is a great recreation and family area near L.A. and Santa Barbara. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. No after‑hours emergencies or on‑call requirements. Full‑time is anything regularly over 30 hours per week. Caring Hands maintains a “family feel” and is excited to add someone great to our culture. As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you will also have access to a national network of colleagues, internal CE, and personal wellness programs, along with various professional growth paths. Responsibilities Offer excellent preventative care. Perform routine surgery and dentistry. Recommend detailed case workups. Provide thorough client communication and community outreach. At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll work on a diverse case mix alongside industry‑leading teams and a connected community of pet care providers. In our supportive environment, you can continue to develop skills that you can leverage alongside your passion to provide continuity of care for the pets you love. The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual. Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required. State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date. Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible. Benefits We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial well‑being designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include: Paid time off including 8 weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions. Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations. Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets. Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions. Continuing education support through free courses, CE credits, and paid time off to complete. Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more. This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL range starting at $150,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation