Associate Veterinarian

Description Part Time with the Opportunity for Full Time (2-3 days a week) Neighborhood Vets Caring for Your Pets! Tustin Legacy Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and collaborative General Practice Veterinarian (DVM) to join our privately owned small-animal hospital in Tustin, California. We are an award-winning boutique veterinary hospital dedicated to providing progressive, evidence-based medicine with personalized care for every pet and family. Our doctors and support team take the time to listen, educate, and create thoughtful treatment plans based on what each patient genuinely needs. We believe excellent veterinary medicine should feel personal, not corporate, rushed, or one-size-fits-all. A Little About Us Tustin Legacy Animal Hospital is a full-service hospital serving dogs and cats throughout Tustin, Irvine, and the surrounding Orange County communities. Our services include: Preventive and wellness care Digital imaging and diagnostics Veterinary dentistry Soft-tissue surgery Internal medicine Limited urgent and emergency care during open hours Individualized care for patients throughout every stage of life Our Hospital Culture We may be a boutique hospital, but our commitment to quality medicine is anything but small. We combine high clinical standards with warmth, humor, teamwork, and genuine relationships. What you’ll experience: Neighborhood vet energy: We know our clients, remember our patients, and value becoming a trusted part of their lives. Thoughtful medicine: We practice evidence-based care and recommend what is appropriate, not simply what is available. No cookie-cutter care: Every pet, client, and treatment plan is considered individually. Teamwork: Great ideas can come from anyone, and we believe every team member deserves to be heard and respected. Communication that matters: We take time to explain the “why,” answer questions, and help families make informed decisions. A calm, welcoming atmosphere: Veterinary medicine can be stressful enough. We work hard to create an environment that feels supportive, organized, and kind. Room to be yourself: We appreciate different personalities, clinical interests, perspectives, and the little quirks that make a team fun. We work hard and hold ourselves to high standards, but we also believe kindness, laughter, and mutual support belong in the treatment area. Core Values 1.We communicate directly & honestly 2.We are accountable; no excuses 3.We are committed to innovation & excellence 4.We are community-driven 5.We have a growth mindset & value education 6.Attitude is a choice; we choose positivity 7.We have fun at work! Our Approach to Veterinary Care We use carefully selected vaccines, medications, and products supported by research and clinical experience. We do not believe in over-vaccinating, over-medicating, or recommending services a patient does not need. Instead, we focus on: Evidence-based medical recommendations Appropriate and effective treatment options Transparent conversations about costs and priorities Personalized plans that consider the pet and the family Preventive care that supports long-term health Helping clients avoid ineffective or unnecessary products & procedures Building trust through honest and compassionate communication We are not focused on being the least expensive hospital in town. We are focused on delivering meaningful value through quality medicine, careful recommendations, and care that is tailored to each patient. What You’ll Do As a General Practice Veterinarian at Tustin Legacy Animal Hospital, you will provide high-quality medical care to dogs and cats throughout all stages of life. Your responsibilities may include: Performing comprehensive wellness and medical examinations Developing individualized preventive-care plans Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions Performing routine soft-tissue surgical procedures Providing general dentistry and oral-health care Utilizing digital imaging, laboratory testing, and other diagnostic tools Managing urgent and same-day medical cases within the scope of our practice Educating clients about preventive care, nutrition, diagnostics, and treatment options Communicating medical recommendations clearly and compassionately Building long-term relationships with clients and their pets Collaborating with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives Maintaining accurate and timely medical records Participating in continuing education and professional development Contributing positively to our hospital culture and team Who We’re Looking For We would love to meet a veterinarian who is: Compassionate, thoughtful, and relationship driven Committed to practicing evidence-based medicine Comfortable collaborating and asking for input An excellent listener and client educator Respectful of clients’ individual circumstances and budgets Interested in building lasting relationships with patients and families Supportive of technicians, assistants, and client service team members Dependable, emotionally intelligent, and kind Excited to contribute to a privately owned hospital where their voice matters Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, or equivalent Current California veterinary license in good standing or eligibility for California licensure DEA license in good standing Strong foundation in small-animal medicine, with at least 4 years’ experience Excellent communication and client-education skills Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based veterinary care Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team Interest in preventive medicine and lifelong wellness Comfort managing routine medical cases #J-18808-Ljbffr Tustin Legacy Animal Hospital