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Join Our Epic Team at The Goodland Pet Hospital!

Location: Sunny Santa Barbara - Goleta, CA

Rare opportunity – just opened position!

Are you ready to bring your passion for veterinary medicine to a place that feels like home? At The Goodland Pet Hospital, we’re more than just a veterinary practice—we’re an exceptional team! We believe in two fundamental pillars: best medicine and human kindness. Established in the early 1970s and proudly awarded the title of best veterinary hospital in our community, we’ve been dedicated to providing exceptional care with a personal touch.

Why You’ll Love Working Here: Picture yourself in beautiful Santa Barbara, where the sun shines, the beaches are breathtaking, and outdoor adventures await at every turn! From surfing and sailing to wine-tasting and fantastic hiking and biking, this coastal paradise offers something for everyone. Many us of love the snow as well as meeting up for trips to the mountains! With a vibrant arts scene, fantastic restaurants, and a sense of community atmosphere, you’ll find yourself right at home.

What Makes Us Special: At Goodland, we believe in embracing individuality and collaborating to cheer each other on. With a fantastic staff-to-doctor ratio, our associates can truly practice medicine their way. Whether you have a knack for behavior, a love for surgery, a passion for dentistry, or an interest in urgent care, we’ll support you in finding your unique niche. Plus, we genuinely enjoy each other’s company both in and out of the clinic—think team outings, shared laughter, and lifelong friendships!

Collaboration is at the heart of our practice. Our team is a harmonious blend of well-trained assistants and dedicated veterinarians, all committed to making each day fulfilling and impactful. We believe in lifting each other up, so you can focus on what you do best: being the doctor our furry patients need.

What Makes You Special: We’re on the lookout for a warm, compassionate general veterinarian who prioritizes quality medicine and excellent communication with clients. If you love to nerd out on cases with your fellow veterinarians, that’s a fantastic bonus! We encounter a variety of intriguing cases that will keep you engaged and challenged. We are interested in you as a person and supporting your passions.

Working at The Goodland Pet Hospital is not just a job—it’s a joy. We work hard, laugh often, and celebrate our victories together, big and small. We genuinely love what we do and can’t wait for you to experience that same joy.

If this resonates with you, I would love to chat and explore the possibility of working together. Let’s see if you could be the perfect fit for our team!

The Full Works: Imagine a practice equipped with cutting-edge technology that empowers you to fully unleash your potential as a veterinarian. Team members happy to step in to help you or share the joys of medicine. Cheering each other on and supporting one another is our way. We also utilize AI-driven record-keeping software, which streamlines our processes and saves you valuable time, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: the animals in your care and building lasting relationships with their owners.

• Digital radiography with radiologist consults standard on every case
• Digital dental radiography standard for every case for top-notch dental care
• In hospital echocardiogram and ECG to cardiologist
• Awesome internal medicine and oncologist specialist consultation service
• Full suite of in hospital IDEXX analyzers (CBC, chemistries, UA, snap testing)
• Excellent GE Ultrasound with cloud integration for advanced diagnostics
• Two well-equipped dental stations
• Bonded sealant kit + LED curing light for exceptional dental work
• Tonometry & ophthalmoscope for thorough eye exams

Perks You’ll Love:

• Competitive Pro-Sal compensation with production bonuses (your hard work pays off!)
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K with match to help you plan for the future
• Generous CE allowance with paid CE days (because learning never stops!)
• Paid time off and sick time for the super important work-life balance
• Coverage for Plumbs, VIN, DEA, license dues
• No negative accrual, no on-call duties, no overnight shifts, and no weekends—yes, you read that right!
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Ready to Join Us? If you’re excited about working in a supportive environment where you can thrive personally and professionally, we want to hear from you! Check us out at goodlandvet.com and let’s start this incredible journey together. Come find your place in our happy little corner of paradise!

At The Goodland Pet Hospital on the sunny Santa Barbara coast we prioritize best-practice medicine & human kindness, With cutting-edge technology and a focus on collaboration, you can thrive here with a variety of intriguing cases that will keep you engaged. If you’re a warm, dedicated veterinary professional, let’s chat about joining our team – enjoy genuine work-life balance in an ideal lifestyle location.