Community Medicine Associate Veterinarian

About the role

We are seeking a veterinarian who is passionate about relationship-centered care, excited to contribute their skills, and eager to grow as part of a connected team serving San Francisco and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate veterinary care through our Community Veterinary Clinic, High-Quality High-Volume Spay/Neuter Clinic, and Mobile Vaccine Clinics.
• Work within a supportive and skill-diverse team structure that values collaboration and shared responsibility.
• Contribute to the mission of impacting 5 million companion animals across California in the next ten years through direct care, training, and advocacy.
• Provide care that centers on care, not profit, with competitive salaries and benefits.
• Work a consistent 4x10 schedule, giving you three full days to rest, explore, and recharge in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area.
• Benefit from ongoing mentorship and coaching at all stages of your career, including developing surgical proficiency and exploring leadership opportunities.
• Engage in fear-free, low-stress handling for every patient and a respectful, inclusive experience for every client.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Current California veterinary license (or ability to obtain one).
• Proficient in or open to developing soft tissue surgical skills.

Qualifications

• Motivated by equity and justice in veterinary care.
• Grounded in the belief that the human-animal bond transcends income, race, housing status, or geography.
• Committed to providing relationship-centered care, with a focus on practicality, respect, and incremental approaches.

Skills

• Comfortable in surgery - or ready to build toward performing 25–35 spay/neuter procedures per day in a 2-doctor model.
• A team player who values collaboration and community - both within our department and in the city we serve.

Benefits

• On-site gated parking with security (Mission Campus).
• Eligibility for our new student debt relief benefit.
• Generous PTO.
• CE funds + paid CE time.
• Low-cost medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401K with employer match.
• Deep discounts on veterinary services and supplies.
• Bring your dog to work!

About Us

Founded in 1868, the San Francisco SPCA is one of the Bay Area’s most respected and enduring nonprofits. We're known for our innovation, integrity, and commitment to animal and human well-being. Our culture is rooted in compassion - for our clients, patients, and each other. We believe that diversity drives better care and deeper connection, and we welcome people of all backgrounds and experiences to join our mission.