Overview
The Animal Clinic of Santa Maria has been offering the community with kindhearted veterinary services since 1991. Our objective is to ensure that each pet receives the highest quality care and a positive experience every time they visit us!
Perfectly positioned at the intersection of coastal elegance and wine country charm, with Santa Barbara, Pismo, and Avila Beach just a scenic drive away.
Requirements
Associate Veterinarian | Coastal Wine Country | Santa Maria, CA Love wine country, coastal living, and practicing excellent medicine? Animal Clinic of Santa Maria is a thriving, multi-doctor small animal practice on California's Central Coast — and we're looking for a full-time or part-time DVM to join our collaborative team. About Us • Multi-DVM GP practice in sunny Santa Barbara County • Welcomes avian, exotic, dog, and cat patients • Modern, spacious facility with digital x-ray, dental suite with digital rads, ultrasound, and in-house labs • Supportive culture with positive vibes, mentorship, and room to grow • Located near Santa Barbara, Pismo, and Avila Beaches — plus world-class wine country What You'll Do • Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to companion animals • Collaborate with a friendly, skilled team in a relaxed, collegial environment • Explore your interests — whether that's surgery, diagnostics, holistic medicine, or exotics • Enjoy work-life balance: no after-hours or on-call duties Requirements Ideal Candidate • Licensed DVM (or ability to become licensed) in California • Experienced or new graduate DVM – we'll support your growth • Committed to patient care and client communication • Team player with a great attitude and curiosity to learn • Open to exotics or other niche interests (but not required!) Benefits & Compensation What We Offer • Signing bonus and relocation assistance • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability • 401(k) with employer match • CE stipend, PTO, and reimbursement of licensure, DEA, and professional dues • AVMA PLIT coverage, EAP, and personal pet discounts • In-house mentorship programs and EAP wellness initiatives