Coffee Road Animal Hospital in Bakersfield, California, is looking for a part-time or full-time veterinarian with a passion for surgery.
This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys performing soft tissue procedures, including spays and neuters of all sizes, and is interested in expanding into more advanced surgical cases over time. You'll work alongside a collaborative leadership team with the equipment, skilled support staff, and resources needed to practice high-quality medicine and continue growing your surgical expertise.
Coffee Road Animal Hospital is proud to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to Bakersfield and the surrounding communities. Our experienced team combines advanced medicine with personalized care to help pets live long, healthy lives while delivering exceptional service to every client. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture that values collaboration, work-life balance, and professional growth—creating an environment where our team, clients, and patients can all thrive.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Flexible work schedule with no weekends, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
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Consistent daytime hours (7:30 AM–5:30 PM), with a team culture that prioritizes getting doctors home on time.
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Collaborative medical team of 4 experienced veterinarians and a long-tenured support staff, allowing you to focus on practicing exceptional medicine.
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Small animal general practice serving primarily cats and dogs.
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Support for your professional interests, with encouragement to develop and pursue areas of clinical passion.
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Hands-on continuing education through our PetOne Veterinary Training Center, helping you grow throughout your career.
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Team-friendly hiring approach—if you have a colleague looking for a new opportunity, we welcome veterinarians interested in joining together.
A Hospital Designed for Quality Medicine
Our well-equipped facility provides the tools you need to practice confidently, including:
- Modern, well-equipped facility featuring 4 exam rooms, a dedicated surgical suite, and an in-house IDEXX laboratory.
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Advanced diagnostic technology, including brand-new ultrasound, digital radiography, air dentistry, and digital dental radiography.
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Surgical opportunities ranging from routine procedures to soft tissue surgery, and cesarean sections.
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Extensive dental caseload with frequent opportunities to perform dental procedures using digital dental radiography.
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Emphasis on pain management to support optimal patient comfort and recovery.
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Full-service pet resort offering boarding, daycare, and professional grooming.
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Behavioral and socialization services offered to help pets thrive both at home and in the community.
Why Bakersfield?
Bakersfield offers an affordable cost of living, a strong sense of community, and convenient access to both city amenities and outdoor recreation. Ideally located in California's Central Valley, it's just a few hours from Los Angeles, the Central Coast, the Sierra Nevada, and Sequoia National Park, making weekend getaways easy. Nearby communities like Tehachapi, Delano, Wasco, Shafter, and Arvin add to the region's appeal, while the city's central location makes it a practical hub for work, travel, and exploring the best of California.
Compensation & Benefits
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$100–$150/hour or $120,000–$150,000 annually, depending on experience (DOE). Final compensation is based on experience, surgical procedures performed, and hours worked
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Flexible scheduling
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Full Benefits (health, vision, dental) & 401K with 3% match
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
