Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – Fontana, California Location: Fontana, California – San Bernardino County Salary: $88,000–$186,000 per year, depending on experience and other applicable factors Schedule: Full-time | On-site Caseload: Small animal general practice, preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and day hospitalization Clinical Resources: Ultrasound, digital diagnostic radiography, dental radiography, heated hydraulic surgical tables, and comprehensive surgical and dental capabilities Career Development: Leadership opportunities available About the Role A full-service small animal veterinary practice is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join its clinical team in Fontana, California . Offering a salary range of $88,000–$186,000 per year , this opportunity provides exposure to comprehensive veterinary medicine across preventive care, diagnostics, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, and hospitalized patient management. The veterinarian will have access to modern clinical resources including ultrasound, digital diagnostic radiography, dental imaging, and heated hydraulic surgical tables , alongside veterinary medical leadership and skilled paraprofessional support. The role also offers leadership development opportunities , making it particularly attractive to veterinarians interested in building their clinical skills while potentially progressing toward greater medical leadership responsibility. About the Practice This is a full-service small animal veterinary practice in Fontana, California , providing comprehensive medical, diagnostic, surgical, and dental services. The hospital is equipped with ultrasound, digital diagnostic radiography, dental capabilities, and heated hydraulic surgical tables , supporting efficient investigation and treatment across a varied general practice caseload. Veterinarians have opportunities to perform routine and more complex surgical procedures, including spays, neuters, mass removals, and abdominal exploratory procedures , alongside comprehensive veterinary dentistry. Dental services include full oral examinations, evaluation of dental radiographs, simple and complex extractions, and appropriate oral surgical procedures. The practice follows a problem-based approach to veterinary medicine , with clinicians expected to develop complete problem lists, differential diagnoses, diagnostic plans, and individualized treatment strategies based on clinical findings. The clinical environment emphasizes collaboration, knowledge sharing, professional communication, and continued development, with veterinary medical leadership and paraprofessional support available. Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will: Perform comprehensive physical examinations on small animal patients. Provide routine wellness and preventive healthcare. Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions. Develop complete patient problem lists. Establish appropriate differential diagnoses. Create individualized diagnostic plans. Interpret laboratory and diagnostic findings. Develop appropriate treatment plans. Utilize ultrasound and digital diagnostic radiography where clinically appropriate. Manage acute and chronic medical conditions. Perform anesthesia safely and appropriately. Perform routine and more complex surgical procedures. Perform canine and feline spays and neuters. Perform mass removals and other appropriate soft tissue procedures. Perform abdominal exploratory procedures where clinically indicated and within experience. Provide routine and advanced veterinary dental care. Perform comprehensive dental examinations. Evaluate and interpret dental radiographs. Perform simple and complex dental extractions. Perform appropriate oral surgical procedures. Develop treatment plans for patients undergoing day hospitalization . Monitor hospitalized patients and adjust treatment plans where appropriate. Coordinate transfer to overnight or referral care when required. Communicate effectively with referral hospitals to maintain continuity of care. Maintain accurate and detailed medical records. Document examinations, diagnostic findings, treatments, medications, client interactions, and diagnoses. Participate in clinical rounds and patient handovers. Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients. Work collaboratively with veterinary specialists and support colleagues. Share clinical knowledge across the wider hospital team. Contribute positively to clinical standards and team culture. Maintain high standards of patient care and professionalism. Candidate Profile Applicants should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school . Candidates should also possess: Active California veterinary licensure or the ability to obtain licensure by the start date Current DEA license Controlled Substance License where applicable, or the ability to obtain one by the start date USDA Category I Accreditation or the ability to complete accreditation within two months of hire Confidence performing anesthesia Ability to perform routine canine and feline surgery Confidence performing spays and neuters Ability to perform mass removals and routine dental procedures Strong diagnostic and clinical problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Compassionate and professional client communication Ability to remain professional during emotional or stressful situations Strong teamwork and collaboration skills Willingness to learn new techniques and treatment approaches Openness to professional feedback and continued clinical development Appropriate computer and telephone skills The position does not carry direct supervisory responsibility, although the veterinarian will be expected to serve as a clinical role model within the hospital. Candidates interested in progressing their careers may also benefit from the leadership opportunities available within the practice . Compensation & Benefits The position offers: $88,000–$186,000 annual salary range Full-time employment Leadership opportunities Modern full-service veterinary hospital environment Ultrasound Digital diagnostic radiography Dental radiography and advanced dental capabilities Heated hydraulic surgical tables Exposure to routine and complex surgical cases Exposure to routine and advanced dental procedures Day hospitalization case management Collaboration with veterinary specialists and referral hospitals Veterinary medical leadership support Skilled paraprofessional support Opportunities to expand clinical and leadership capabilities The supplied information does not specify medical insurance, retirement benefits, PTO, continuing education allowances, or other employment benefits, so these should be confirmed during the application process. Apply Today This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian seeking an Associate Veterinarian job in Fontana, California , offering $88,000–$186,000 per year , modern clinical resources, and opportunities for professional and leadership development. Veterinarians interested in a full-time small animal DVM position in San Bernardino County and the Inland Empire with exposure to ultrasound, surgery, advanced dentistry, diagnostics, and hospitalized patient management are encouraged to apply. Contact: Matt Doyle – Associate Talent Partner T: View phone number on click.appcast.io E: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr