Veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians
Let your veterinary excellence guide you here.
Veterinary professionals thrive in our state-of-the-art setting, with minimal financial constraints, Fear Free certification, well-behaved dogs, and an important mission to support every day.
If you can't access the online application, please send us your cover letter and resume by e-mail to [email protected].
GDB offers an especially fulfilling career for veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians. You’ll work at the top of your profession in an AAHA-accredited clinic with Fear Free handling and a great tech-to-vet ratio. Our teams are engaged, collaborative, and supportive. And you’ll leave every day knowing that you have played a vital part in our mission to help transform the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired.
Video: GDB Veterinary Staff Testimonial Video
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This video includes several employees of Guide Dogs for the Blind talking about what makes our organization a great place to work and build a career.
[ALEX]
Hello, my name is Alex Philippine. I'm one of the veterinarians working for Guide Dogs for the Blind. I am in one of the exam rooms on the San Rafael, California campus.
What do I like best about working for Guide Dogs for the Blind? There's a lot of things I like. It's going to be hard to pick a favorite, but I like our mission. I think it's amazing that we do this great work and we work towards empowering individuals with visual impairments.
[DANIELLE]
My name is Danielle. I am a certified veterinary technician and the practice manager of our Oregon veterinary clinic. I love working for an organization that will support a dog through its entire lifetime, from doing complete breeder workups to ensure that our breeding colony is at peak health.
[MARIBEL]
My name is Maribel and I'm a registered veterinary technician at Guide Dogs for the Blind. I'm currently in one of the offices of the administration building on our California campus. Where do I start? Our mission, team and, of course, our dogs are the reason I can proudly say I love my job.
[CAROL]
Oh, hi! I’m Carol. I'm a client service representative at the Guide Dogs for the Blind veterinary clinic on the California campus. We feel good knowing that the people who live with our dogs don't have to worry about coming up with funding. This takes a lot of the burden off vet clinic staff, as well. We know our patients will always get the best possible care.
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Back to Alex.
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The veterinary care program at Guide Dogs for the Blind is similar to that of the general practice in that we provide care for healthy dogs as well as sick dogs. We provide annual checkups, urgent care, as well as more emergent care.
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Here's Maribel.
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How have you been able to grow and what have you learned as part of our team? With complete support from my team in the veterinary department, I was able to work full time while completing my veterinary technician courses and achieving my goal of becoming a registered veterinary technician.
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Alex again.
[ALEX]
As a veterinarian for Guide Dogs for the Blind, I've been able to learn a lot about canine reproduction, which is not something that's typically heavily focused on in school or in general private practice.
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Back to Danielle.
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They invest in their employees’ professional growth – from covering continuing education fees to providing leadership programs for all of the management team, and promoting overall personal development.
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Once again, Maribel.
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What is the culture like at Guide Dogs for the Blind, especially in the veterinary team? The culture in the veterinary department is positive. We are a team that supports one another and helps each other succeed. Communication, respect and honesty are what helps our team bond.
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Once again, Danielle.
[DANIELLE]
It feels awesome to work for an organization that cares so much about its employees and shows it through the competitive pay that they offer, as well as going above and beyond with our benefits.
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Back to Alex.
[ALEX]
We celebrate each other’s successes on a professional front as well as a personal front. It's a comfortable work environment where we do hard work, but we have a good time doing it, no matter what chaos the day brings us.
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Here's Carol.
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This job is hard work, but it comes with great rewards, and you're changing someone’s day for the better every day. If you're not sure, come check us out. Meet our amazing people and our incredible dogs.
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To learn more about a career with Guide Dogs for the Blind, visit our career site at guidedogs.com/careers.
Care Comes First
Our top priority is the quality of care we provide for our dogs throughout their lives. At GDB, you are empowered to provide the best medicine without having to worry about financial restrictions. There are no estimates or barriers to offering the level of care required by every dog or puppy we treat.
Well-Behaved Dogs
You’ll gain specialized skills with Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and Lab/Golden crosses born on our California campus and bred for unique health and temperament characteristics. Our veterinary care team enjoys the calmer nature of our professional dogs and well-behaved puppies.
Learn New Skills
At GDB, there is always something new to learn. You will expand your knowledge while using the latest equipment in areas like neonatal care, breeding, canine reproduction, spaying/neutering, laparoscopic surgery, ultrasound, endoscopy, and more. We also have an orthopedic rehab specialist and a theriogenologist at our California location.
Support for Growth
We offer financial assistance for education, a healthy CE stipend, and support for PennHIP and Fear Free certification. Veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians can gain accreditation in reproduction, rehabilitation, internal medicine, imaging, and more. We’re committed to helping you stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine.
Satisfying Collaboration
You’ll love our fun and accepting team, all committed to providing meticulous care with a collaborative, cross-departmental approach. Because of the shared passion for our mission, you’ll experience strong support from colleagues, make meaningful connections, and feel a sense of pride in working for GDB.
Outstanding Balance
Balance is excellent at GDB, with a low-stress environment, reasonable schedules, and the flexibility to integrate your work and life. We offer amazing benefits that include ample vacation and holidays. Our wellness program is another great perk, with an onsite fitness center, daily stretching, and massages.