Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA
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The Vet Service – Santa Barbara Metro

JB-30280 I Associate Veterinarian – Santa Barbara, California

735 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states
Job detailsPay Negotiable (+)
Annual Salary$120,000‑180,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: mixedAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 10‑20

Overview

Benefits
Pet Insurance
Discounted Pet Care
Hiring Bonus
401k
Dental
Vision
Health
Practice Overview

We Build Veterinary Careers Globally. The Vet Service is an international veterinarian recruitment platform with thousands of users within the veterinary industry across the USA & Worldwide. Founded in 2016 by veterinarian Dr. Ed Taylor BVMS MRCVS, the Vet service has grown globally servicing users across the world. Offering permanent and temporary contracts globally across the USA and also Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK & Ireland, with a range of roles from junior associate roles to Medical Director or Specialist Level. We are trusted by thousands of veterinary businesses both at independent and corporate level. We feel truly humbled to be connected with so many fantastic people throughout the world both as clients and as veterinary professionals. Contact: info@thevetservice.com

About the Area

Santa Barbara’s veterinary market is shaped by affluence, strong pet ownership, and a lifestyle-driven coastal population. Demand is steady for Associate Veterinarians, Emergency clinicians, and Medical Directors across high-quality hospitals, specialty services, and multi-doctor practices. The region supports preventative care and advanced treatment, offering consistent opportunities in a premium Central Coast setting.

Practice Values
boldness
personability
quality
integrity
accountability
Practice Type
general practice
diagnostic imaging
dentistry
surgery
orthopedics
oncology
dermatology
emergency
ophthalmology
cardiology
Species
dog
large animal
exotics
cat
Management SoftwareOther

Requirements

Preferred Skills
hospitalized patient management
teamwork
exam room management
general practice
communication
Preferred Credentials
DVM/VMD
Job Description

We are seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established companion animal practice providing high-quality veterinary care in a supportive and collaborative environment. The hospital offers a full range of services including preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry, supported by experienced technicians and modern equipment to ensure excellent patient outcomes. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive clinical care, performing medical and surgical procedures, and building strong relationships with clients through clear and compassionate communication. The position offers the opportunity to focus on patient care while working alongside a skilled support team, allowing you to practice efficiently and maintain high clinical standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian looking to grow within a positive, team-oriented setting that values professional development, clinical excellence, and the delivery of consistent, high-quality care.