Join Our Team

Looking for flexibility without compromising on exceptional medicine?

Our part-time veterinarians enjoy predictable scheduling, a collaborative team, experienced support staff, and the opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Whether you're returning to practice, easing into retirement, or simply looking for greater flexibility, we'll work with you to create a schedule that fits your life.

This Opportunity Is Ideal For

• Parents returning to clinical practice
• Semi-retired veterinarians
• Specialists interested in General Practice or Urgent Care shifts
• Veterinarians seeking one to three days per week

What You'll Enjoy

• Flexible scheduling with weekday, evening, and weekend opportunities
• A collaborative team of experienced veterinarians
• Dedicated RVTs and highly skilled support staff
• Modern equipment and advanced diagnostic capabilities
• The opportunity to practice high-quality medicine without the demands of a full-time schedule

Compensation & Benefits

We believe exceptional veterinarians deserve exceptional support, competitive compensation, and the resources to build a rewarding, sustainable career.

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience (DOE): $90,000–$200,000+ annually (pro-rated for part-time roles)
• Production-based incentive compensation
• No Negative Accrual—we never require our veterinarians to repay production deficits

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible positions)
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick leave (pro-rated where applicable)
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days (pro-rated where applicable)
• Professional dues, DEA registration, and California licensing reimbursement
• Employee pet care discounts

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Leadership and mentorship opportunities
• A collaborative, privately owned hospital where medicine comes first

To learn more, contact Margaret Simuro at MargaretSBRVC@gmail.com or schedule a time to visit our hospital and meet the team!

Whether you're local to the Bay Area or looking for a change of scenery, we'd love to welcome you to our relief team.

At Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care, relief veterinarians are a valued part of our hospital. You'll receive the same respect, collaboration, and clinical support as our permanent doctors, allowing you to focus on practicing exceptional medicine from day one.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive daily compensation with production-based incentive opportunities
• Housing accommodations available for out-of-area veterinarians
• Dedicated RVTs and highly trained support staff
• A fully equipped, modern hospital
• A collaborative team of experienced veterinarians
• The flexibility and autonomy of a privately owned practice
• Opportunities for recurring relief shifts

Whether you enjoy the variety of relief work, want greater flexibility, or are interested in experiencing veterinary practice in Northern California, you'll find a welcoming team and a hospital committed to exceptional medicine and patient care.

Current Relief Opportunities

We're currently seeking relief veterinarians to help support the well-being of our medical team during July and August.

Available shifts:

• Monday through Friday
• 8- or 10-hour shifts
• Scheduled within our hospital hours of 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

To learn more, contact Margaret Simuro at MargaretSBRVC@gmail.com or schedule a time to visit our hospital and meet the team!

Now Scheduling Externships for October 2026 and Beyond.

Experience what it's like to practice veterinary medicine in a collaborative, privately owned, AAHA-accredited hospital committed to exceptional patient care and mentorship.

Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care offers year-round externship opportunities for third- and fourth-year veterinary students, with placements ranging from one to four weeks. To provide each student with the most meaningful hands-on experience possible, we host only one extern at a time.

During your externship, you'll work alongside experienced veterinarians while gaining exposure to General Practice, Urgent Care, Internal Medicine, Holistic Medicine, Exotic Medicine, Reproductive Medicine, advanced diagnostics, and surgery. In addition to clinical experience, you'll gain valuable insight into client communication, hospital operations, and the day-to-day responsibilities of practicing veterinarians.

What You'll Experience

• Assist with general surgery, specialty surgery, and advanced procedures, including laparoscopy
• Gain experience with diagnostic imaging, including ultrasound
• Participate in patient workups, problem lists, treatment planning, and case management
• Shadow multiple veterinarians during appointments
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team with patient monitoring and ongoing care
• Learn about client communication, practice management, and hospital operations
• Explore the legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities of veterinary medicine

Our Goal

Our externship program is designed to help bridge the gap between veterinary school and clinical practice by providing meaningful mentorship, real-world experience, and opportunities to build confidence in a supportive learning environment.

Students will also gain an appreciation for the important role every member of the veterinary team plays in delivering exceptional patient care. Whenever appropriate, hands-on learning is encouraged and supported.

Housing may be available for visiting students depending on the time of year.

Ready to Apply?

We're excited to meet future veterinarians who are passionate about learning, growing, and practicing exceptional medicine.

Complete our Externship Application here to be considered for an upcoming placement.

For general questions about the externship program, please email Externships@webvets.com.