Toro Park Animal Hospital is hiring a part-time or full-time Veterinarian to join our team!

📍Address: 22720 Portola Dr, Salinas, CA 93908 

What You Can Expect: 

• Salary: base salary of $150,000–$175,000, plus production bonus (negotiable, depending on PT/FT, experience) 
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance 
• Schedule: flexible options available, part-time or full-time 
• Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday - 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Closed: Saturday & Sunday 

Exciting news—Toro Park Animal Hospital is expanding! We’re opening a second location in Marina, CA, in 2026 and are hiring for both our current Salinas location and the new site. Whether you’re looking for part-time, full-time, or something in between, we offer flexible scheduling and a collaborative, supportive team.

As a member of our team, you can expect to be supported in your work and personal life with: 

• A schedule that respects your time: Our flexible scheduling prioritizes your work-life balance—no late nights or on-call duties required. Appointment-based (30 minutes), last appointment is at 4:30pm. 
• 2-2.5 tech to doctor ratio: highly trained and utilized (average tenure on the team is 4+ years).
• Professional Development & Mentorship: Mentorship is provided, and we fully support and encourage ALL experience levels to apply. We’re passionate about continuous learning and supporting your growth, whether you're a seasoned DVM or just starting. From hands-on mentorship and case-based learning to regular collaborative meetings and access to the VPP Academy, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills in surgery, dentistry, or explore new areas, our welcoming team and strong mentorship culture make this a great place to grow your career and build lasting connections with the community. 
• Culture: Join us in fostering a team-oriented environment with a positive culture where we support and uplift each other. Your voice will make a difference as we collaboratively shape the future of our hospital.  
• Practice High Quality Medicine & Standard of Care: We’re committed to providing the highest standard of care, and we empower you to do the same. At our practice, you have the freedom and support to apply your knowledge and skills to deliver top-tier medical care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.  
• Comprehensive Benefits: Beyond health, dental, vision, and retirement plans, we offer a competitive salary with high earning potential, relocation assistance, a 3.5% employer match on your 401(k), generous PTO with extra time for continuing education, and $3,000 annual CE allowance. We also cover licensing, DEA, AVMA PLIT, and membership fees (AVMA, CVMA, VIN, etc.)
• Excellent reputation in the community with a well-established clientele base (high compliance)
• Partnership Opportunities: Looking to take the next step in your career? Our buy-in partnership program offers ownership benefits while allowing you to maintain clinical autonomy. 

About Our Hospital: Our beautiful, newly remodeled state-of-the-art facility is fully equipped for optimal patient care and efficiency, featuring: 4 exam rooms (1-cat only exam room), Large surgery suite, 2 treatment tables, a separate X-ray room, kennel area, and doctor's office.

• Voted Best Animal Hospital for the 6th year in a row!  
• Gold-standard medicine & standard of care 
• Fear-free Hospital 

Equipment & Services: We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including preventative care, wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery (including advanced soft tissue & orthopedic, laparoscopy), acupuncture, and laser therapy. Our hospital is fully equipped with modern, cutting-edge technology, including: 

• In-house labs (IDEXX), digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray
• Ultrasound (Versana), fellowship-trained doctor (Davis)  
• Class 4 cold laser, flex endoscope, laparoscopy, gas sterilizer, CardioPet ECG, Pet Map monitors.  
• EzyVet (paperless) PMS system 
• Scribble Vet AI for efficient SOAP note documentation

Meet our Owner, Dr. Lindsey Rockwood: Dr. Rockwood, a local native from off Highway 68, always dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. As a child, she brought her pets to Toro Park Animal Hospital. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science from UC Davis, where she also worked in the Large Animal ICU. She graduated from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 and has practiced on the Monterey Peninsula since. Her clinical interests include acupuncture, rehabilitation, dermatology, dentistry, and nutritional management. Outside of work, Dr. Rockwood enjoys hiking, traveling, and snowboarding with her son. Their fur family includes a playful Golden Retriever, a spunky Chihuahua mix, and a cat who keeps up with the dogs. 

About Salinas, California: Nestled between scenic coastlines and lush farmland, the Monterey-Salinas area offers the perfect balance of natural beauty and vibrant community living. Explore the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, enjoy kayaking in Elkhorn Slough, or spend weekends wine tasting in Carmel Valley. Whether you're hiking in Big Sur, strolling in historic Cannery Row, or savoring local cuisine at the Salinas Farmer’s Market, there's always something new to experience.  Monterey plays host to the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium.  With a mild year-round climate and easy access to outdoor adventure, Monterey County is an ideal place to live, work, and thrive. 

We’d love to chat with you about our clinic and the community we serve. Connect with us today—we can’t wait to meet you!  

Requirements:  

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Valid veterinary license in the state of California 

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We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community. 

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