Associate Veterinarian Position- Full time or Part time

Gary Richter, a nationally recognized leader in integrative veterinary medicine, Forbes Veterinary Advisor, and author of The Ultimate Pet Health Guide , Holistic Veterinary Care has spent years building something genuinely unique. We're the only clinic in Oakland with a dedicated rehabilitation center for pets, and the only practice in the Bay Area equipped with a hyperbaric oxygen chamber.

Now part of the VetnCare community, we're backed by a growing network of hospitals that share our commitment to advanced, high-quality care, while fully preserving the culture and clinical identity that makes this place what it is.

This isn't your typical general practice position. Holistic Veterinary Care focuses on integrative medicine, combining the best of conventional Western medicine with everything that complementary and alternative care has to offer. In addition to mainstream medicine, we offer options including acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal medicine, regenerative medicine, ozone therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, and more. In short, our caseload spans integrative medicine, regenerative treatments, and emerging therapies most practices simply don't offer.

The pace here is intentional, closer to a specialty referral environment than a high-volume GP, so you can focus on quality care without the chaos. Using an integrative approach, you'll see general practice cases including wellness visits, diagnostics, bloodwork, radiography, dentistry, and sedated procedures, so your skills stay broad even as your skills deepen.

A knowledge of holistic/ integrative medicine is preferred but not required. This is more than just an associate veterinarian position — it's an invitation to grow into an integrative practitioner with a nationally recognized leader in the field, with access to therapies and mentorship you won't find anywhere else in the Bay Area.

Conduct comprehensive medical exams, diagnose and manage a wide range of conditions, and build individualized treatment plans

Perform wellness visits, diagnostics, bloodwork, digital radiography, dentistry, and sedated procedures — keeping your general practice skills sharp and broad

Gary Richter and a multidisciplinary team to explore integrative approaches — acupuncture, herbal therapy, physical rehabilitation, or another modality that speaks to your interests

About Our Hospital
Modalities & Services Available On-Site:

Hyperbaric oxygen and ozone therapy

Stem cell therapy, joint injections (PRP and osteocushion products)

Underwater treadmill and therapy pool

Shockwave, cold laser, and regenerative laser therapy

Acupuncture and chiropractic care

Physical rehabilitation programs

Digital radiography and full in-house diagnostics

Richter, a CCRP certified human physical therapist, a part-time acupuncturist, and a part-time chiropractor. Several team members bring deep experience from human healthcare and specialized veterinary training. We're a collaborative, low-drama, patient-first group, and that matters.

A solid foundation as a general practitioner (roughly 1+ year internship, or ~2 years post-graduate experience preferred)

Genuine interest in integrative and holistic medicine — you don't need existing certification or experience, just curiosity and openness to learning

Bonus if you have: acupuncture, herbal medicine, or physical rehabilitation interest or experience

Richter is personally invested in mentoring the right candidate — if you're someone who wants to grow past the edges of conventional veterinary medicine, with a team as committed to your development as they are to their patients, we'd love to connect.

Saturday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday - Monday: Closed
Full-time, 5 days/week preferred (4x10 schedules open to discussion for the right person).

160,000 - $170,000 base salary , + uncapped production bonus for unlimited earning potential with no negative accruals

Sign-on bonuses and relocation support available for qualified candidates based on experience and location

$Advanced clinical training across our hospital network with DVMs who specialize in cases typically referred out, allowing you to elevate your skillset beyond what most practices can offer.

Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs

Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most

Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones .

Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance

Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career

Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies

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