Associate Veterinarian

Holistic Veterinary Care | Oakland, CA

At Holistic Veterinary Care, we believe pets and people deserve better care.

We’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative team in Oakland. You’ll combine a strong foundation in general practice with the opportunity to explore integrative medicine, learn directly from Dr. Gary Richter and develop clinical interests in a hospital built around thoughtful, individualised care.

Founded by Dr. Richter, a nationally recognised leader in integrative veterinary medicine and author of The Ultimate Pet Health Guide, our hospital brings conventional medicine, rehabilitation and complementary therapies together under one roof.

And that support goes further. As part of VetnCare, you’ll be connected to experienced clinicians, shared expertise and a dedicated Community Support Team, while preserving the clinical identity and approach that make Holistic Veterinary Care distinctive.

What you can expect at Holistic Veterinary Care:

• Time to understand your patients, with 60-minute new-patient consultations that allow for thorough assessment, meaningful client conversations and personalised treatment planning.
• An opportunity to discover your potential, with direct mentorship from Dr. Richter and support to pursue certification in the integrative modalities that interest you. Previous integrative experience is welcome, but not essential.
• A varied clinical caseload, including wellness care, medical consultations, diagnostics, bloodwork, radiography, dentistry and sedated procedures, alongside integrative treatment and rehabilitation cases.
• Tools that broaden your clinical options, including hyperbaric oxygen, an underwater treadmill, a therapy pool, shockwave and laser therapies, regenerative treatments, digital radiography, in-house diagnostics and a full dentistry suite.
• A multidisciplinary team, working alongside Dr. Richter, a CCRP-certified human physical therapist, a part-time acupuncturist and a part-time chiropractor.
• A thoughtful approach to practice, with an intentional pace that supports detailed case assessment, continuity of care and strong client relationships.
• A team grounded in shared values, prioritising collaboration, open communication, curiosity and compassionate patient care.

What Better Care means for you:

• $160,000 to $170,000 base salary plus uncapped production bonus with no negative accrual
• Sign-on bonus and relocation support for qualified candidates
• Annual CE allowance plus paid CE time
• Generous discounts on care for all teammate pets *exclusions apply + free clinical exams🐾
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs 
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones.
• Free access to VetFolio
• Company provided access to Calm app and Talkspace therapy services
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies
• Annual event to celebrate and recognize our wonderful teams 🎉

The right fit:

• A strong foundation in general practice, ideally through a completed one-year internship or approximately two years of postgraduate clinical experience.
• A genuine interest in integrative and holistic medicine, with curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• Strong client communication skills and an emphasis on education and shared decision-making.
• Sound clinical judgement and a collaborative approach to case management.
• A commitment to thoughtful, individualised patient care.
• An interest or experience in acupuncture, herbal medicine or physical rehabilitation would be particularly welcome.

You do not need existing integrative certification to join us. We’re interested in your clinical foundations, approach to care and enthusiasm for developing your skills.

Schedule: Our hospital is open Tuesday–Friday, 10 am–6 pm, and Saturday, 8 am–4 pm, with Sunday and Monday closed. A full-time, five-day schedule is preferred; a four-day, 10-hour schedule is open to discussion.

About VetnCare

VetnCare is a community of veterinary hospitals across Northern California, united by a shared belief that pets and people deserve better care.

Each of our hospitals is uniquely rooted in its local community, and we believe in preserving and strengthening what makes each one special. Together, they are connected by shared clinical expertise, resources, and a commitment to high standards of care.

This connected approach expands access to expertise and advanced care for pets and their families, while giving veterinary professionals the support, collaboration, and opportunities they need to do their best work.

Together, we’re bringing better care to pets and people.

**Some benefits are available exclusively to full-time team members**