Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a full-service companion animal hospital in Fountain Valley, CA, seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality veterinary care throughout each patient's life, from preventive care for young pets to advanced treatment and surgery for aging companions. The team takes pride in treating every pet as their own and fostering a supportive, family-like environment. Working Hours / Rota The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm, and Saturday from 8:30am to 2:00pm. It is closed on Sundays. This is a full-time position. Role Description and Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will be responsible for providing excellent general practice care, including preventive medicine, wellness exams, internal medicine, dentistry, and surgery. Responsibilities also include diagnostics, allergy care, geriatric medicine, puppy and kitten care, and urgent cases during regular hours. Surgical duties may include spay and neuter, C-sections, ocular procedures, orthopedic surgery, and dental surgery. This role is suited to an experienced veterinarian. Practice Details The hospital provides a wide range of services, including preventive care, wellness exams, dentistry, diagnostics, internal medicine, geriatric care, puppy and kitten care, allergy testing and treatment, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, cold laser therapy, and boarding. The facility is equipped to manage both routine and advanced medical needs in a welcoming and comfortable environment. Team The hospital has a strong team culture built on compassion, client education, and collaborative support between doctors and staff. Candidate Requirements Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA) Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so About Tempus Recruitment This is a brief overview of the role, therefore we fully appreciate there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company, and so on. We assure you that Tempus Recruitment are here to help and are more than happy to get those questions answered for you in advance of any potential interviews. We are here to make the recruitment process simple and stress free, working with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you need before formally making an application. Haven't Worked with a Recruiter Before? No Problem! All communication is 100% private and confidential Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for a new job We have exclusive roles not being advertised publicly We tailor job searches to your specific needs, therefore you will only get sent roles that match your requirements What Happens Next Interested in this position or others that we can offer? Apply now or request a call back! One of our expert recruiters will reach out to you to gather all the relevant information regarding your search. This will then allow us to put together a tailored jobs list based on your requirements. #IHTVRP The Package Salary up to $180,000 (Annual) $150k - $180k base salary + production Up to $75k signing bonus No negative accrual PTO + holidays Employee pet care discounts Relocation and commitment bonuses High-quality health, dental, and vision insurance Optional life insurance and disability insurance 401(k) with company contribution Generous continuing education (CE) allowance Reimbursement for membership dues and license fees Numerous discounts and supplemental insurance options Flexible working conditions promoting a healthy work/life balance Hours: Full Time Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 Annual