Veterinarian

Merced Animal Medical Center in Merced, CA is looking to hire an Associate Veterinarian.

Practice Medicine. We'll Help Handle the Rest.

Merced Animal Medical Center is built around supporting our veterinarians. With a highly experienced team of RVTs, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives, our doctors are free to focus on patient care rather than getting pulled into technician duties and administrative tasks throughout the day.

As a well-established multi-doctor hospital offering GP, surgery, urgent care, and emergency medicine, you'll see a wide variety of cases while working alongside experienced colleagues in a collaborative environment. Our updated facility, supportive mentorship, and loyal client base provide an excellent environment for veterinarians to grow and practice high-quality medicine.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $140,000-$160,000 DOE
• Sign-on Bonus up to $20,000

Why Our Doctors Stay

• 2:1 tech-to-doctor ratio
• Experienced RVTs and long-tenured staff (some 10-20 years)
• 4 DVM Multi-doctor practice
• Collaborative environment
• 4-day work week
• Mentorship for new grads and experienced doctors alike

Hospital Features

• Multi-doctor hospital
• Soft tissue & orthopedic surgery
• In-house diagnostics and imaging
• Updated facility and equipment
• Diverse caseload with opportunities to build skills and confidence

Why you’ll love Merced?

Merced offers an affordable California lifestyle with easy access to some of the state's most popular destinations.

• Gateway to Yosemite National Park
• Close to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Central Coast getaways
• Family-friendly community with outdoor recreation, hiking, fishing, and boating nearby
• Home to UC Merced and a growing, vibrant local community
• Less traffic and lower cost of living than major California metro areas

We're Looking For

• DVM (or equivalent)
• California license (or ability to obtain)
• New graduates and experienced DVMs welcome
• Team-oriented veterinarian who enjoys collaboration and growth

Great medicine starts with great support. If you're looking for a hospital where the team helps you practice at your best, we'd love to connect.