Associate Veterinarian – El Cajon, CA | Up to $185k + Bonus | Strong Surgical Caseload
Why this role stands out
Looking for a practice where you can enjoy clinical autonomy, excellent earning potential and genuine work-life balance?
Join a thriving small animal hospital offering:
$150,000–$185,000 base salary + production bonus
No negative accrual
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) bonus programme
Flexible scheduling and mentorship
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
The Practice
Established, highly regarded small animal hospital
Primarily canine and feline caseload
Average of 16 appointments per day, allowing time to practise quality medicine
Excellent 3:1 support staff-to-doctor ratio
Collaborative team with experienced technicians and client care staff
Advanced equipment including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound and in-house laboratory
Strong focus on wellness, surgery and dentistry
Positive team culture with clinical autonomy and supportive leadership
The Role
Full-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied small animal caseload:
Wellness and preventative medicine
Medical consultations and diagnostics
Soft tissue surgery
Comprehensive dentistry
Client education and preventative healthcare
Collaborative case management with a highly supportive team
Suitable for:
Experienced Associate Veterinarians
Veterinarians with strong surgical skills
Team-oriented clinicians seeking career development
Veterinarians looking for excellent earning potential and work-life balance
Salary & Benefits
$150,000–$185,000 base salary
Production bonus
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) cash bonus programme
No negative accrual
Health, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
CE allowance and paid professional dues
Paid licences
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Sign-on bonus available
Referral bonus programme
Mentorship and career development opportunities
Location
El Cajon, California offers the perfect blend of suburban living and easy access to everything San Diego has to offer. Enjoy beautiful year-round weather, beaches, mountains, hiking trails, diverse dining and entertainment, while living in a welcoming community with a lower pace than the city centre.
Requirements
DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
Eligible to work in the US
Strong surgical skills
Passion for high-quality small animal medicine
Strong communication and teamwork skills
DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
NAVLE certification
ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program)
DEA, State, and USDA licences (or ability to obtain upon hire)