Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospital of Santa Cruz is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our 3-doctor small animal practice in Santa Cruz, California'”located along the beautiful coast of California. 

We are ready to welcome an experienced veterinarian or a confident new graduate ready to work in a hospital that focuses on providing excellent patient care and client service in a smooth-running clinic. We offer an extensive mentoring program for those interested.

VCA Animal Hospital of Santa Cruz is a family-oriented, neighborhood practice that provides high quality, compassionate care with excellent customer service.  Our clients are committed to providing the very best care for their pets and very dedicated to the practice itself. Wellness and client education are a big part of our practice.

Our well-equipped, spacious facility is warm and welcoming.  To provide excellent care we are equipped with in-house labs (including chemistries, i-stat, and a variety of SNAP tests), ultrasound, digital radiography, and all radiographs are read out by a radiologist.  Digital dental radiographs are offered for every patient undergoing dental prophylaxis, and VCA'™s CareClub provides a cost-effective solution to developing a strong preventative care relationship. Our well-trained and compassionate staff, as well as the VCA management team, are here to support you in providing the very best options for your clients. 

We are located in the iconic city of Santa Cruz, minutes from the beach, mountains, and a short drive to all the San Jose region has to offer. There is a bustling downtown strip with many wonderful restaurants and shops. We are a short drive to many wonderful regional parks and downtown San Francisco. Come work in a beautiful location along the rugged California coastline, Napa wine country, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains.  A world-renown 24 hour emergency and specialty center is located just across town.  

As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. Among the reasons to consider joining VCA are:   

• Network of 3,800+ doctors, including more than 600 Specialists
• Largest provider of Private Practice Internships and Residencies in the U.S.
• WOOF University, offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
• Robust Clinical Studies program
• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities