Small Animal Veterinarian In Tulare, California
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Job Description
Small Animal Veterinarian - Full-TimeLocation: Tulare Veterinary Hospital – Tulare, Californiahttps://tularevet.com/Join our well-established hospital and discover what true clinical autonomy, collaborative support, and work-life balance look like.
Tulare Veterinary Hospital is a well-established small animal hospital located in California’s Central Valley, Tulare. Our team is passionate, quick on their feet, and highly skilled. We’re supported by our incredible practice manager, our experienced technicians and all other staff who make it possible to practice high-quality medicine every day. We’re proud to serve our local community with passion and progressive medicine, and we’re looking for a veterinarian who’s just as dedicated to providing exceptional patient care to everyone that walks through our doors!This is an ideal role for a doctor who enjoys learning something every day, surgery, thrives in a dynamic environment, and values being part of a collaborative team. You’ll have the support and resources you need to keep your cup full, so you can focus on what you work so hard to do everyday: helping pets live healthier, happier lives.
Compensation & Benefits
- Guaranteed Base Salary: $140k–$170k (depending on experience) + 21% production
- Estimated Earning Potential Per Year: $200,000+ (salary + production)
- No Negative Accrual
- Sign-on bonus: $50,000
- Relocation support
- Retention bonus
- 3 weeks PTO
- Flexible schedule options & No Weekends!
- Equity with ownership opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional Growth: $2,500 annual CE allowance + 3 CE days off
- Access to MentorVet Leap for continued growth
- 401(k) Match: 6% on the first 3% you contribute, plus 50% on the next 3%
- Licenses, Dues & Memberships: Paid in full
- Scrub Allowance
What You’ll Find Rewarding Here
- A hospital that operates like a well-oiled machine, where everyone knows their role and works seamlessly together
- Knowledgeable, capable technicians who handle much of the workflow, allowing you to focus on medicine and patient care
- An experienced team led by Dr. Sagartz, whose surgical skill and leadership create an environment for growth and collaboration
- A supportive Practice Manager with extensive experience and the added backing of AVP’s Regional Operations and leadership teams
- 3 weeks of PTO and a flexible schedule so you can truly enjoy life outside of work, for a real Work-Life Balance
- A clinic culture built on high-quality care, humor, teamwork, and being your authentic self every day
Life in TulareTulare is a friendly, welcoming community in the heart of California’s Central Valley. It offers affordable living, great schools, and a small-town feel, all within driving distance of big adventures. You’ll have easy access to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Sequoia National Park for hiking or camping weekends, while Fresno is just 45 minutes away for city outings and the California coast is a short 2–3 hour drive.
About Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP)
Tulare Veterinary Hospital is proudly co-owned and partnered with Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP), a vet-founded and operated network that prioritizes clinical autonomy and long-term success over short-term profits. Unlike many corporate groups, AVP is not private equity-backed, ensuring that you and your patients come first.
AVP is also a proud sponsor of Not One More Vet (NOMV), supporting the mental health and wellbeing of veterinary professionals nationwide.
Hospital Hours: Mon 8 AM–7 PM | Tue 7 AM–7 PM | Wed 6 AM–4 PM | Thu 8 AM–7 PM (Closed 1–2 PM) | Fri 6 AM–4 PM | Sat–Sun Closed
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your skills, feel supported, and make a lasting impact in your community, we’d love to meet you. Apply today to start your next chapter with Tulare Veterinary Hospital and AVP! All communication is confidential, email resume to: Lindsey@yourvetpartner.com
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA accredited institution
- Non-AVMA graduates: ECFVG or PAVE program in progress.
- Active state veterinary license (or eligibility for licensure)
- Strong diagnostic, surgical, and clinical skills
- Excellent communication and client education abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to animal care
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Guaranteed Base Salary: $140k–$170k (depending on experience) + 21% production
- Estimated Earning Potential Per Year: $200,000+ (salary + production)
- No Negative Accrual
- Sign-on bonus: $50,000
- Relocation support
- Retention bonus
- 3 weeks PTO
- Flexible schedule options & No Weekends!
- Equity with ownership opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional Growth: $2,500 annual CE allowance + 3 CE days off
- Access to MentorVet Leap for continued growth
- 401(k) Match: 6% on the first 3% you contribute, plus 50% on the next 3%
- Licenses, Dues & Memberships: Paid in full
- Scrub Allowance
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