What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian - Petaluma, CA position at Central Animal Hospital?
Who we are:
Associate Veterinarian – Central Animal Hospital in Petaluma, CA Central Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our award-winning, AAHA-accredited team in beautiful downtown Petaluma, CA. If you’re looking for a collaborative hospital with exceptional support staff, a strong culture, and genuine work-life balance, we’d love to meet you. Why Join Central Animal Hospital? Collaborative, Supportive Medical Team- Work alongside multiple experienced veterinarians in a collaborative environment where doctors regularly consult on cases and surgeries
- Monthly doctor meetings to review cases, discuss standards of care, and introduce new medications/protocols
- Strong mentorship and knowledge-sharing culture across the team
- Full-time 4/10 schedule
- Three appointment days one dedicated surgery day each week
- Open Monday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm
- No weekends or late nights
- Located just 5 minutes from a local ER hospital, helping minimize emergency case burden
- 2 technicians/assistants assigned to each doctor
- Team includes:
- 3 RVTs
- 6 skilled veterinary assistants
- Multiple assistants currently in RVT school
- A technician who is also a licensed veterinarian in the Netherlands
- Significant emphasis on staff training and efficiency so doctors can focus on doctor-level responsibilities
- AAHA Accredited for 10 years
- Paperless hospital utilizing EzyVet
- Dedicated, newly remodeled dental suite
- In-house ultrasound capabilities:
- Full abdominal and cardiac ultrasounds
- Work closely with Oncura
- Partner with Summit Surgery for in-hospital orthopedic procedures
- Open to expanding services/equipment based on doctor interests (laser therapy, etc.)
- Voted Best Veterinarian in Petaluma 6 years in a row
- Experienced Hospital Manager deeply committed to team support and retention
- Monthly one-on-one meetings with every team member
- Strong encouragement to utilize PTO
- Positive, no-drama environment focused on communication and teamwork
- Many staff members have been with the hospital 4–8 years
- 100% Small Animal Practice
- Primarily dogs and cats; open to seeing pocket pets if desired
- Monthly donations to UC Davis in honor of pets euthanized the prior month
- Ongoing donations/support for local animal shelters
- Dedicated doctor parking in private lot
- Located in beautiful downtown Petaluma with walkable lunch spots
- Great coffee shop next door—regular coffee runs are part of our culture!
- Ongoing facility updates and remodels planned
What's in it for you:
Benefits
- Prosal compensation model with a base salary range of $140,000 - $170,000 (DOE)
- Production bonus quarterly with no negative accrual
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Employee perks program
- Discounted pet care
- Paid vacation sick time
- CE allowance CE PTO
- …and much more!
Join Us
At Central Animal Hospital, we care deeply about our team as individuals—not just employees. We work hard to provide exceptional medicine, excellent communication, and a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
If you’re looking for a hospital where your voice matters and your teammates have your back, we’d love to talk with you!
Where we are:
Why Petaluma? Petaluma offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and Northern California lifestyle:- Historic, vibrant downtown with boutique shopping, breweries, and exceptional restaurants
- Easy access to Sonoma wine country
- Just a short drive to the Pacific Coast and Bodega Bay
- Convenient proximity to San Francisco for weekend city adventures
- Mild year-round climate with abundant outdoor recreation
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools and neighborhoods
Salary : $140,000 - $170,000