Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

What if your next veterinary role gave you room to practice the medicine you enjoy, explore new clinical interests, and still have a life outside the clinic?

This opportunity is with an established companion-animal practice in Southern California offering a varied caseload, a supportive clinical team, and flexibility in how your workweek is structured. Whether you're an experienced DVM looking for a change or a newer graduate ready to develop your skills, this role offers a blend of everyday medicine, additional clinical interests, and opportunities for continued growth.

What You'll Find Here

• Flexibility in your week: Full-time veterinarians typically work three to four shifts weekly, with alternative scheduling arrangements open for discussion.
• Support for your development: Mentorship, coaching, continuing education, and professional development resources are available.
• A strong financial opportunity: The compensation package combines a substantial base salary with production-based earnings and a bonus opportunity.
• Room to explore your interests: There are opportunities to build on your clinical strengths and pursue additional areas of medicine.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing general veterinary care for dogs and cats, including wellness, preventive medicine, and diagnostics.
• Performing or developing skills in soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Evaluating urgent cases and helping patients receive timely care.
• Working with diagnostic ultrasound and supporting a range of treatment options.
• Collaborating with fellow veterinarians and a skilled technical team.
• Exploring additional clinical interests, including rehabilitation, acupuncture, holistic care, and medicine for select exotic companion animals.

Who Might Love This

• An experienced DVM seeking flexibility and varied clinical work.
• A newer veterinarian who values mentorship and professional development.
• A clinician interested in surgery, dentistry, urgent care, or complementary treatment approaches.
• Someone who values teamwork, client communication, and long-term professional growth.

The Basics

• Location: Southern California
• Schedule: Full-time, typically three to four shifts per week; flexible arrangements available for discussion.
• Experience: Veterinarians at different career stages may be considered.
• Base salary: $130,000–$180,000, depending on experience and other job-related factors.
• Additional compensation: Production-based earnings and a bonus opportunity.
• Relocation: Assistance available.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off with rollover and paid parental leave
• Annual CE allowance and dedicated time for education
• Professional dues, licensing, liability coverage, and personal pet discounts

A Little About the Area

Southern California offers a diverse lifestyle, from coastal communities and outdoor recreation to suburban neighborhoods and major metropolitan amenities. Whether you enjoy spending time outdoors, exploring local dining, or having access to a wide range of cultural activities, the region offers plenty of ways to enjoy life beyond the clinic.

Let's Talk

You don't have to be actively looking to explore what's next.

If this sounds like the kind of practice environment you've been hoping to find, contact Beyond Just You for a confidential conversation. We'll share the details privately and help you decide whether the opportunity is worth pursuing.

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