Associate Veterinarian / Medical Director – Watsonville, California

Associate Veterinarian / Medical Director – Watsonville, California

GVC is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing independent veterinary group in Watsonville, California. We are seeking experienced Veterinarians – including recent graduates – to join a state-of-the-art hospital facility with a fully trained, collaborative team already in place.

This is a genuine opportunity to join a practice that understands veterinary medicine is more than a business. Clinical excellence, the human-animal bond, and outstanding client care are at the heart of everything this group does.

About the Hospital

• Modern, purpose-built hospital facility in Watsonville, CA
• Full in-house diagnostics including laboratory, pharmacy, ultrasound and radiography
• Fully equipped surgical suites including critical care monitoring and isolation ward
• Comprehensive service offering across preventative care, surgery, dentistry and diagnostics
• Supportive, fully trained veterinary team in place

The Role

Depending on experience, this position can be filled at Associate Veterinarian or Medical Director level. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality general practice medicine across a varied caseload
• Performing surgical procedures including spay/neuter, dentistry, mass removal, hernia repair and extractions
• Advising clients on preventative care, vaccinations, nutrition and general animal health
• Maintaining excellent clinical records and client communication
• Supporting and mentoring veterinary technical staff
• Contributing to the financial performance and growth of the hospital
• Ensuring compliance with the Veterinary Medical Board, AAHA standards and California regulations

What We're Looking For

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in California
• Minimum 1 year of veterinary experience preferred – recent graduates also welcome
• Strong surgical skills including routine spay/neuter and dentistry
• A collaborative, client-focused approach with good clinical judgement
• For Medical Director level: prior leadership or supervisory experience is advantageous

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary $150,000 – $250,000 depending on experience and level
• ProSal / production-based earning structure
• Profit sharing
• Competitive sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance available
• 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• $2,500 annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
• Paid veterinary and DEA licence fees
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Employee pet care discount

About the Employer

Our client is an independent veterinary group with a clear philosophy – that exceptional medicine and genuine care for the human-animal bond should never be compromised. They invest in their facilities, their teams and their people, creating an environment where veterinarians can thrive clinically and professionally.