The Job Opportunity:
A progressive and AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital in Southern California is seeking a Full-Time Urgent Care Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative and growing team. This opportunity offers a diverse caseload, flexible scheduling, and the ability to practice both general medicine and urgent care in a supportive environment focused on mentorship, development, and work-life balance.
Practice Information:
This established companion animal hospital is committed to providing exceptional veterinary care while fostering a family-oriented culture. The practice offers comprehensive medical and surgical services, urgent care, and integrative medicine. Supported by an experienced multi-DVM team and highly trained support staff, the hospital values collaboration, education, and individualized patient care.
- AAHA-accredited companion animal practice
- Experienced multi-DVM team and highly utilized support staff
- Family-oriented and collaborative culture
- General medicine and surgery for dogs and cats
- Same-day urgent care and emergency appointments during business hours
- Ultrasonography and advanced diagnostics
- Dentistry with digital dental radiography
- Limited exotic animal medicine
- Rehabilitation medicine, acupuncture, and holistic therapies
- Commitment to client education and community involvement
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for canine and feline patients
- Perform wellness examinations and preventative medicine services
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Perform routine surgeries and dental procedures
- Manage same-day urgent care and emergency cases during hospital hours
- Perform non-complex emergency surgeries based on experience and interests
- Develop and communicate treatment recommendations and care plans
- Build strong relationships with clients and patients
- Collaborate with veterinary colleagues and support staff
- Maintain complete and accurate medical records
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an accredited veterinary program
- Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in California
- Ability to obtain a DEA license
- Passion for small animal medicine and surgery
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
- Commitment to high-quality and compassionate veterinary medicine
- Dedication to continued education and lifelong learning
- Veterinarians of all experience levels encouraged to apply
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Competitive compensation package based on experience
- Production-based compensation opportunities
- Bonus and relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings account options
- Paid time off with rollover opportunities
- Paid parental leave
- Continuing education allowance and paid continuing education days
- Professional membership dues and licensing support
- Liability insurance coverage
- Retirement savings plan options
- Personal pet care discounts
- Active mentorship, coaching, and wellness programs
- Professional development assistance
- Additional employee wellness and lifestyle benefits
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