Associate Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) match

CE allowance

Mental health support

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

NAVTA membership

Plumb's subscription

Professional liability insurance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

PriorityPet Urgent Care in California is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a supportive, collaborative team. The hospital, AAHA-accredited, offers both full-time and part-time positions with a focus on comprehensive care for dogs and cats in a modern facility.

The role includes wellness exams, preventive care, surgeries, dentistry, anesthesia, emergency care, and advanced diagnostics. A strong emphasis on client communication and teamwork is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires degree and ability to obtain US veterinary license
• Ability to obtain state license in the applicable US state
• Strong client communication and teamwork within a medical team

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive wellness exams and preventive care
• Perform general surgery (spays/neuters) and dentistry with X-rays
• Manage anesthesia, pain control, hospitalization, and emergency care
• Utilize diagnostics (EKG, in-house labs, radiology)
• Maintain clear client communication and collaboration with the medical team

Skills

Clinical veterinary skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent

US veterinary license eligibility

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a hospital hiring for an Associate Veterinarian. This is an AAHA-accredited small animal hospital seeking a full-time or part-time DVM to join its supportive and collaborative team. The practice focuses on comprehensive care for dogs and cats, delivering both routine wellness services and complex medical case management in a modern, well-equipped setting.

Working Hours / Rota

The hospital offers full-time or part-time opportunities. Current operating hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm and Saturday - Sunday from 8:00am to 3:30pm. Some weekend work is required as part of the schedule.

Role Description and Responsibilities

This role is open to experienced veterinarians or new graduates. Clinical responsibilities include comprehensive wellness exams, preventive care, vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping, and weight management programs. The Associate Veterinarian will perform general surgery including spays and neuters, dentistry including dental X-rays and periodontics, anesthesia, pain management, hospitalization, and emergency care cases seen during business hours. The position also includes diagnostics such as EKG, OFA X-rays, Tonopen use, full in-house laboratory testing, radiology, oxygen and transfusion therapy, and complex case management. Strong client communication and collaboration with the medical team are essential components of the role.

Practice Details

This is an AAHA-accredited hospital committed to high standards of veterinary medicine and Fear Free techniques when possible. The facility is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, OFA X-ray capabilities, Tonopen, dental X-rays, in-house laboratory, in-house pharmacy, surgical suite, isolation ward, and oxygen and transfusion therapy. Services include preventive medicine, wellness testing, allergy relief, dentistry, general surgery, geriatric medicine, hospitalization, emergency care during business hours, and comprehensive diagnostics. The hospital promotes hands-free radiology to ensure safety for patients and staff.

Team

The hospital currently has 3 DVMs and a great tenured support team, fostering a collaborative, professional, and supportive work environment.

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

Salary up to $180,000 (Annual)

• $80k-$180k base salary + production
• Potential sign-on bonus of $25k
• 401(k) match
• CE allowance and paid continuing education days
• Mental health support (up to 12 therapy sessions per year)
• Dental and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, fertility benefits, and gender affirmation services
• Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Discounted VETGirl and VIN subscriptions
• Free NAVTA membership and subscription to Plumb's
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• Generous pet care discounts for personal pets

Hours: Full Time

PriorityPet Urgent Care of Santa Cruz CA