About Animal Hospital of Soquel

Animal Hospital of Soquel is a state-of-the-art, AAHA accredited, small animal veterinary practice, which also offers premium lodging and daycare services. We are staffed and equipped to handle emergencies, urgent medical care, surgery, preventative care, comprehensive diagnostics, and superior dental care. We foster a calm, healing environment for both animals and people at the hospital. We are proud to support local nonprofits and animal care organizations by offering medical care and services to animals in need.

We are seeking a Veterinarian who is dependable, energetic, and willing to teach, learn and excel. Strong interpersonal skills, excellent client service, and communication skills are required. Our multi-doctor practice provides a bond-centered environment that is exciting, fast-paced, and professionally challenging while keeping the service to our clients and their pets at the center of our focus.

Living in Santa Cruz

Incredible year-round weather, limitless beaches, and an inviting community make life in this seaside gem worth considering. Living in Santa Cruz means access to the best things California has to offer at a more peaceful pace. Claiming the nickname "Surf City", Santa Cruz is home to world-renowned waves for both amateur and seasoned surfers. The watersports don’t stop with surfing, as residents also partake in fishing, diving, sailing, and kayaking. Santa Cruz is surrounded by accessible natural beauty on every side. A 20-minute drive can take adventurers to ancient redwoods, endless secluded beaches, or stunning peaks in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Santa Cruz also offers a spectrum of locally-owned cafes, restaurants, and breweries for every meal of the day.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education time off and reimbursement
• Financial Wellness Program
• 401K
• Paid license fees, VIN/Plumbs membership, and Liability Insurance
• Work/Life Balance (me time)

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS:

• Supports excellence in client experience
• Works collaboratively with HM and Medical Director
• Practices high quality, gold standard medicine

Competencies And Experience:

• Valid and in good standing licensed veterinarian within the state of CA
• 1-5 years of clinical experience, preferred but not required
• Strong clinical skills and sound medical judgment
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Time-management and delegation abilities
• Exercises sound judgement and demonstrates exemplary decision-making skills
• Professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with others

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Animal Hospital of Soquel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

** If this sounds like a team you would be interested in learning more about, visit our website at Companionpet.com or email us directly at ** suzette.alcantar@companionpet.com** ** with any questions you may have.