Veterinarian

Job details Veterinarian at a local animal hospital Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 per year A bit about us We're a small, non-corporate vet clinic in Long Beach. Why join us No corporate shenanigans Small office Tightly knit team Job Details We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian with 1-4 years of experience who is interested in building a strong career in general practice and general surgery. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys routine wellness care, sick visits, diagnostics, client education, and soft tissue surgical procedures, while continuing to grow under supportive mentorship. The ideal candidate is confident in core GP medicine, eager to develop surgical skills, and looking for a collaborative hospital environment where they can practice high-quality medicine without feeling unsupported early in their career. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive general practice care, including wellness exams, vaccines, preventive medicine, sick visits, and chronic disease management Perform thorough physical exams, create diagnostic plans, and communicate findings clearly with clients Diagnose and treat common small animal conditions, including dermatology, gastrointestinal issues, ear infections, urinary concerns, respiratory issues, lameness, and routine internal medicine cases Perform or develop proficiency in general surgery, including spays, neuters, mass removals, laceration repairs, dental extractions, and other soft tissue procedures Interpret diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, radiographs, and other routine in-house testing Partner with veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure efficient patient care and strong client service Educate pet owners on treatment plans, preventive care, nutrition, medications, and follow-up recommendations Maintain complete and accurate medical records Collaborate with fellow veterinarians on complex cases and participate in case discussions Refer cases to specialists or emergency hospitals when appropriate Qualifications DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program Active veterinary license, or ability to obtain licensure in [State] 1-4 years of small animal clinical experience preferred Strong interest in general practice, preventive care, and general surgery Comfortable managing routine GP cases independently while knowing when to ask for support Interest in growing surgical skills through mentorship and hands-on experience Strong communication skills with clients, doctors, technicians, and hospital leadership Compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient care Commitment to practicing high-quality medicine and continuing professional development Preferred Experience Experience with wellness care, sick visits, vaccines, diagnostics, and routine GP caseloads Exposure to soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia Comfort discussing estimates, treatment options, and follow-up care with clients Interest in long-term growth within a collaborative hospital setting Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot