Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high quality medical care to a variety of animal patients, including diagnostics, treatment, surgery, and preventive care. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide medical, surgical, and dental care to a wide variety of companion animals

• Perform thorough physical examinations and diagnostics

• Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and other medical conditions

• Conduct surgeries, including spaying, neutering, and soft tissue or orthopedic procedures

• Administer vaccinations and prescribe medications

• Provide guidance on nutrition, behavior, preventive care, and general wellness

  Communicate treatment plans and options clearly to pet owners

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate medical records in accordance with California regulations

• Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure efficient and compassionate patient care

• Participate in continued education and stay current with advancements in veterinary medicine

• Comply with all state and federal laws and regulations, including California Veterinary Medical Board and DEA guidelines

• Participate in team meetings, training, and hospital development initiatives

• Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful work environment

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited institution

• Valid veterinary license in the practicing state CA

• DEA license required

• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and communication skills

• Experience in general practice, surgery, or emergency medicine preferred

• Strong diagnostic and decision-making skills

• Compassionate, professional demeanor and ability to work in a team-oriented environment

• Professional Liability Insurance (employer will be reimbursed and/or prorated)

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as required by the practice schedule

Preferred Skills:

• 1–3 years of experience in small animal practice (new grads welcome to apply)

• Experience with digital radiography, in-house labs, dental radiography, and EMR systems

• Bilingual (Spanish or other language) is a plus

• Familiarity with digital imaging, ultrasound, and lab diagnostics

• Experience with practice management software

• Background in team leadership and site management, including oversight of staff and workflows, is desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + production (ProSal model)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance covered for employee silver plan.

• 401(k) with employer matching

• CE allowance and paid CE days

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• License and membership reimbursement (CA Vet License, DEA, AVMA, PLIT)

• Employee pet care discounts

• Supportive and collaborative work culture

Pay: It depends on experience, and it may be flexible.

Bonus: 22% production-based incentive

If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at View email address on ziprecruiter.com or by calling/texting View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!