Veterinarian - Part Time

AmeriVet • San Diego, CA

2d

About The Position

The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta is seeking a passionate, dedicated part-time Associate Veterinarian to join its established veterinary practice in San Diego, California. The hospital provides preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and other veterinary services in a welcoming, supportive environment. Its practice is general practice, with an average daily patient volume of 16 and a case mix that includes wellness, surgery, dentistry, and sick pets. The team culture is collaborative and skilled, with a support staff ratio of 2:1 and equipment including digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratories, and dental equipment.

The veterinarian will provide patient care and build long-term client relationships while working collaboratively with the team. The hospital offers medical autonomy supported by its medical systems, skilled technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and leadership. The role is two days per week, with a stated annual salary of $100,000–$120,000 plus production bonus. Additional offerings include a DVM long-term incentive cash program, no negative accrual, transparent production metrics and operational support, continuing education allowance, paid licenses and professional dues, referral bonuses, flexible scheduling, work-life balance, mentorship, and potential relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses. The posting also describes company benefits and notes that listed benefits apply to full-time employees.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required).
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
• Strong communication and client-education skills.
• Passion for patient care and long-term client relationships.
• Ability to collaborate as a teammate in a positive, supportive culture.
• Commitment to continuous growth and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care, including preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and care for sick pets.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and support client education.
• Collaborate with the veterinary team in a positive, supportive practice culture.
• Practice medicine and surgery with medical autonomy and support from the hospital’s medical systems and team.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $100,000–$120,000 plus production bonus for two days per week.
• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonuses based on production.
• No negative accrual.
• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings.
• Generous continuing education allowance.
• Paid licenses and professional dues.
• Referral bonus program.
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
• Mentorship programs.
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
• Student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance (listed benefits apply to full-time employees).
• Mental health resources (listed benefits apply to full-time employees).
• Paid time off and holidays (listed benefits apply to full-time employees).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree