Associate Veterinarian – Purrfurably Cats | Monterey, CA Full-time or Part-time DVM | Cat-Only GP | Surgery & Dentistry | Cat-Friendly | Fear-Free Purrfurably Cats is looking for an experienced veterinarian or early-career doctor excited about learning to join our multi-doctor team in Monterey, CA. We’re a staple in the community, serving generations of pets with a great reputation for personalized service and care. We practice high-quality medicine and keep the whole pet and the clients’ needs and wishes front of mind. Just like pet owners go above and beyond for their pets, we do the same and have built incredible relationships within the community. Compassionate care is at the heart of what we do. We also like to make our place of work feel fun for both the team and clients! It’s low-stress, kind, and fun. Our hospital is located three blocks from the beach, in a semi-residential area with a nice walking path around a lake that is a great place to walk on a break. There are many incredible restaurants and cute boutique shops nearby. The hospital is built within a charming home, giving it a balance of clinical space with a cozy, neighborhood-house feel: quirky, boutique, and bespoke. As a cat-only hospital, the atmosphere is quiet and calmer than a traditional cat-and-dog space. Get to Know Us The hospital has an experienced support team and an efficient doctor workflow. The Team

2-doctor team, looking to add a 3rd
Dedicated support for doctors, with an RVT, assistant, and floater
We do a lot of the work in the room with the pet and pet parent alongside the tech and doctor
Highly collaborative environment where doctors regularly consult on cases, rechecks, diagnostics, and treatment plans
We do a lot of dentals with trained RVTs
Hospital Manager is experienced, with a focus on client communication, team bonding, and staff development and leadership. She’s kind and incredibly smart.
Medical Director is always thinking about what is best for the pet and how to accommodate the clients. She has built incredible relationships, and people in Monterey adore her and the hospital. She is a skilled surgeon and would be excited about mentoring a new grad who is interested in surgery and dentistry.
Long-standing team with a reputation for being kind, welcoming, and supportive

Facility & Equipment

2 exam rooms
Dedicated surgery suite
Ultrasound
Digital radiology and digital dental radiology
Full IDEXX in-house laboratory
Boarding facility
AI Scribe

Our Services

Cat-only general practice
Fear-Free
Cat-Friendly
Wellness, preventative care, and diagnostics
Dentistry
Soft tissue surgery and procedures, including PU, Cystotomy, GI procedures, eye and eyelid surgeries, select orthopedic procedures, cryosurgery for skin conditions, FHO, exploratory surgery, and biopsy
Hospice Care
Medical Grooming
Boarding
Behavior Consultations

What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a kind, collaborative veterinarian who is comfortable in a reputable hospital and committed to low-stress patient care. We’re open to doctors with existing clinical interests or those looking to develop new skills, especially in surgery or dentistry. Dr. Marcus would love to help mentor someone in surgery and dentistry. We are happy to work around your ideal scheduling preferences as well. Qualifications

DVM or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school
Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain one
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Interest in learning dentistry and surgery or skilled already in these areas
This role requires the ability to safely handle animals, perform examinations and medical procedures, and stand, walk, bend, reach, and use motor skills throughout the workday. The position may require lifting up to 40 pounds independently and working with animals, medical equipment, cleaning chemicals, biological materials, odors, and moderate noise.

Location Monterey offers a friendly, community-oriented coastal lifestyle with a relaxed, vacation-like feel. The area combines residential neighborhoods with local restaurants, shops, outdoor recreation, and plenty of things to do, with easy access to beaches, coastal trails, Carmel, Big Sur, and the Monterey Bay. Compensation & Benefits

Full-time or part-time schedules available to support work-life balance
Competitive base salary + production (no negative accrual)
Bonuses
PTO and holidays
CE allowance + CE PTO days
Professional organization dues, state license, DEA, PLIT, AVMA, and VIN membership
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options
International medical and emergency coverage
Student loan options
401(k)
Paid parental leave

Next Steps If you’re an experienced veterinarian looking for a collaborative team, kind mentorship (especially in surgery and dentistry), and the opportunity to practice excellent medicine in a busy, well-established hospital, Purrfurably Cats would love to meet you. APPLY TODAY and join a team that values teamwork, quality medicine, and long-term relationships with pets and their families.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

California Pay Range$135,000—$181,000 USD

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