Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA
The Vet Service – Walnut Creek Metro photo
The Vet Service – Walnut Creek Metro

JB-30758 I Veterinary Ophthalmologist – Walnut Creek, California

1666 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states
Job detailsPay Negotiable (+)
Annual Salary$180,000‑300,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

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

Overview

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

Walnut Creek is an affluent East Bay market with strong demand for high-quality veterinary care. High household incomes and pet ownership drive opportunities for Associate Veterinarians, Emergency clinicians, and Medical Directors across well-equipped hospitals and multi-doctor practices. The area emphasizes preventative medicine and advanced services, offering steady caseloads in a premium suburban setting.

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

Requirements

Preferred Skills
time management
hospitalized patient management
exam room management
general practice
soft tissue surgery
teamwork
emotional intelligence
communication
emergency medicine
medical record management
Preferred Credentials
DVM/VMD
Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join a well-established specialty referral hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment supported by advanced diagnostic and surgical technology. The hospital provides access to modern equipment and resources, enabling the delivery of high-level ophthalmology services across a diverse and complex caseload. In this position, you will be responsible for diagnosing and managing a wide range of ophthalmic conditions, performing specialized procedures, and developing tailored treatment plans for patients. You will collaborate closely with other specialists and veterinary professionals to ensure comprehensive care, while also guiding clients through treatment options with clear and compassionate communication. This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist seeking to practice at a high clinical level within a progressive and well-supported environment that values teamwork, innovation, and continued professional development.