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Associate Veterinarian

Community Animal Medicine Project Inc.

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USD 85,000 - 120,000

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Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing accessible veterinary care to underserved pets in Los Angeles. As a Community Medicine Veterinarian, you will work in a collaborative team to deliver quality medical services while making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

401(k) with employer matching
Tuition and CE reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee vitality program for wellness memberships

Qualifications

  • Background in small animal medicine and surgery required.
  • Fluency in English preferred; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide preventive and basic medical care to patients.
  • Perform surgeries and clinical diagnostics during clinic days.
  • Communicate effectively with clients regarding their pets' care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills
Compassion
Flexibility

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent
California Veterinary License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Who We Are :

At CAMP, were 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 familys 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 :

Were seeking a compassionate and skilled Community Medicine Veterinarian to join our full-time team. In this role, youll 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 :

Work / Life Balance :

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

Paid holidays

Financial Benefits :

401(k) with employer matching

Generous license and professional insurance reimbursement package

Health & Wellness :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and long-term disability insurance

Employee vitality program to reimburse gym and wellness memberships

Professional Development :

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 CAMPs 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 CAMPs 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 CAMPs 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

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 youre passionate about providing accessible veterinary care and want to be part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and proactive action, wed 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.

Contact : Elaine.lukic@campLA.org

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