Description
ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN for privately owned hospital
Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital
Oakland, California
Not every career move is about making more money.
Sometimes it's about finding your way back to the veterinarian you set out to become.
Many experienced veterinarians still love medicine. They still enjoy solving cases, helping families, and making a difference in the lives of their patients.
What they no longer enjoy is feeling rushed, overbooked, and disconnected from the reason they entered the profession in the first place.
If you've ever found yourself wondering whether veterinary medicine could feel different again, we'd love to talk with you.
For veterinarians who still enjoy learning, discussing cases, and refining their skills, Grand Lake offers the rare opportunity to work alongside colleagues who value growth as much as they value balance. Dr. MacDonald enjoys mentoring veterinarians who are intellectually curious, collaborative, and committed to continual growth. Whether you're early in your career or looking for a fresh chapter, you'll find colleagues who genuinely enjoy talking through cases and helping one another succeed.
Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned practice in Oakland, California, built around a simple belief:
Good medicine happens when veterinarians are given the time, support, and autonomy to do their best work.
There are no quotas. No pressure to maximize transactions. No one looking over your shoulder questioning your medical judgment.
Instead, you'll find a collaborative team, loyal clients, and a practice culture designed to support both excellent medicine and a sustainable career.
WHY VETERINARIANS CONSIDER GRAND LAKE
A Return to Relationship-Based Medicine
30-minute appointments
Time to think, educate, and connect with clients
The freedom to practice thorough, relationship-centered medicine
Clients who value partnership, trust, and communication
A Collaborative, Respectful Culture
Experienced support staff and approachable doctors
A hospital where ideas are welcomed and questions are encouraged
Leadership that genuinely listens
A low-drama environment where people enjoy working together
Advanced Medicine Without Corporate Pressure
Ultrasound
Digital radiography
Separate surgery and dental suites
Radiologist consultation support
Strong relationships with local specialists and emergency hospitals
THE OPPORTUNITY
Compensation: $150,000 to $225,000
Kaiser Platinum or BCBS PPO
CE allowance and professional memberships
DEA, licensing, and liability coverage paid
30% discount on personal pet care
Potential partial ownership opportunity for the right veterinarian
WHO TENDS TO THRIVE HERE
Veterinarians who value quality over quantity.
Doctors who want enough time to practice medicine well.
People who enjoy collaboration but also appreciate autonomy.
Veterinarians looking for a long-term professional home rather than simply their next position.
Those seeking a meaningful career pivot rather than just another job change.
After more than 20 years recruiting exclusively for privately owned veterinary hospitals, I've learned something important:
Most veterinarians do not want to leave veterinary medicine.
They simply want to find a healthier place to practice it.
Perhaps this is that place.
For confidential consideration, please send your resume or simply reach out for a conversation.
Victoria Travis, MS
Travis Veterinary Recruiters
303-671-7618 cell
Exclusively recruiting for privately owned veterinary hospitals.
