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Surgeon

VetStrategy

Company websitevetstrategy.com (VetStrategy, opens in new tab)

Base salary $120K  to $300K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Lawndale, CA

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  • LocationLawndale, CA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Join us as a board certified or residency trained Surgeon at VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. 

Why join the team 

  • 24/7 emergency/referral hospital with services including internal medicine, surgery, ophthalmology, cardiology, integrative medicine 

  • 64-slice CT, fluoroscopy unit, arthroscopy tower, Force Triad, 3 Snyder O2 units, multi parameter monitoring devices, EKG / defibrillator, TEG unit, in-house blood gas & electrolyte machines 

  • Located in the heart of the South Bay in Lawndale, California 15 minutes from world famous Manhattan Beach 

  • Stunning beaches, iconic piers, breathtaking views, and laid-back vibes, the South Bay is an incredible place to live 

  • Access to a network of specialists within VCA 

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Schedule 

  • Full or Part Time availability  

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Who we look for 

  • Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine 

  • Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team 

  • Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career 

  • Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust 

Learn more about the hospital here! 

Total Rewards 

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:  

Compensation 

  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.   

  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.  

Health & Well-being  

  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)  

  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match  

  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services  

  • Paid parental, vacation and sick leave  

Professional Development  

  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days  

  • WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team 

  • Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program  

  

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window) 

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $300,000. 

This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. 

Qualifications 

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent 

  • Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain 

  • Residency Trained or Diplomate Board Certification  

  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics 

About VCA  

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.  

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.  

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media. 

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

Source: VetStrategy on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($120,000) is above 14% of the 319 Healthcare Clinical roles in California listed on this site; 4 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $177,000; the middle half runs from $134,600 to $287,500.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live VetStrategy roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live VetStrategy roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Surgeon (this listing)$120K - $300K
Associate Veterinarian$120K - $150K
Associate Veterinarian$120K - $145K
Associate Veterinarian$120K - $150K
Associate VeterinarianFrom $120K
Medical DirectorFrom $120K
Medical DirectorFrom $120K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All VetStrategy roles · How to read the bar

Observed changes

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Observed since
Employer-stated posting date
2026-10-06
Where this pay comes from

Location as the employer wrote it: Lawndale, CA

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $300,000.

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