Associate Veterinarian

COMMUNITY ANIMAL MEDICINE PROJECT, INC.; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing accessible veterinary care to underserved pets in Los Angeles. As a Community Medicine Veterinarian, you will deliver essential medical services, perform surgeries, and engage with the community to improve animal welfare. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with a focus on teamwork and compassion, making a tangible impact in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and long-term disability insurance

Tuition and CE reimbursement

Employee vitality program

Qualifications

• Current California Veterinary License required.
• Background in small animal medicine and surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and basic medical care to pets.
• Perform physical examinations and high-quality surgical procedures.
• Communicate critical medical information to clients.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal Skills

Basic Computer Proficiency

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

California Veterinary License

Job description

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Join Our Team at Community Animal Medicine Project (CAMP)!

Who We Are:

At CAMP, we’re committed to making a significant impact in the lives of cats and dogs whose families face financial barriers to veterinary care. We provide nonprofit, expert veterinary services to over 80,000 pets annually through our four community clinics and mobile veterinary unit throughout Los Angeles. Our mission is to ensure every pet receives top-quality veterinary care, regardless of their family’s financial situation. Joining CAMP means becoming part of a dynamic, passionate team of veterinary professionals dedicated to both our community and each other.

Who You Are:

We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled Community Medicine Veterinarian to join our full-time team. In this role, you’ll deliver Access to Care in the form of preventive and basic medical care to dogs and cats in the Los Angeles region. Our focus encompasses access to care, treating a variety of ailments and injuries, and performing minor procedures and dentals. Services are provided at our stationary clinics and include examinations, diagnostics, and treatments for conditions manageable with reasonable resources and a high likelihood of positive outcomes.

What We Offer:

• Four eight-hour workdays per week for full-time veterinarians

• Financial Benefits:

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Generous license and professional insurance reimbursement package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and long-term disability insurance

• Employee vitality program to reimburse gym and wellness memberships

• Tuition and CE reimbursement

• Scholarships for professional growth

Impact:

• Be part of one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the Los Angeles region, making a tangible difference in your community

Responsibilities:

Medical (75%):

• Provide high-quality, compassionate, preventive, and basic medical care to patients in underserved areas of Los Angeles

• Oversee all aspects of veterinary care during clinic days, including physical examinations, diagnostics, treatment recommendations and delivery, prescriptions, and discharge information

• Perform pre-surgery physical examinations and high-quality surgical procedures at our stationary clinics

• Diagnose and treat post-surgical complications

• Refer and triage cases that fall outside CAMP’s scope of care as appropriate

Customer Service (15%):

• Communicate respectfully with clients, conveying critical medical information about patients

• Discuss examination and medical test results with owners to facilitate informed decisions about their pets’ care

• Present treatment options on an incremental care basis

• Provide discharge instructions and oversee the dispensing of medications

• Counsel owners about end-of-life and other sensitive medical care decisions

Administrative/Other (10%):

• Document all exam findings, test results, and treatment recommendations in medical records

• Adhere to CAMP’s Standard Operating Procedures

• Attend staff and doctor meetings

• Assist in writing, editing, and updating protocols for the Community Animal Medicine Project

• Foster a culture of respect, belonging, and teamwork through regular one-on-one meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned

Exemplify CAMP’s Core Values:

• Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals in our community

• Teamwork makes the dream work – we are stronger when we collaborate and uplift others

• Be compassionate, take initiative, and assume responsibility to make the world a better place

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent

• Current California Veterinary License

• Background in small animal medicine and surgery

• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships with clients and staff

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and the ability to manage online calendars

• Outstanding work attendance record

• Fluency in English required; bilingual in Spanish or other languages is a plus

• Passion for animal welfare and enhancing accessibility to underserved populations

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinic environment

• Flexibility and willingness to occasionally extend work hours beyond the scheduled end of the day

Language:

Our EEO Policy:

CAMP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform CAMP if you need an accommodation to complete any forms or to participate in the application process.

Join Us and Make a Difference!

If you’re passionate about providing accessible veterinary care and want to be part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and proactive action, we’d love to hear from you. Looking for relief work? We are in need of HQHVSN and Community Medicine relief veterinarians. Apply today to join CAMP and help us ensure every pet receives the care they deserve.

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