Associate Veterinarian

AAVMP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedule

4-day workweek option

No Sundays

No overnight shifts

Job summary

Grand Park Animal Hospital in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our privately owned practice. We offer a high guaranteed base salary with production-based compensation, a flexible 4-day schedule, and no Sundays or overnight shifts.

The role involves small-animal medical and surgical care, wellness, diagnostics, vaccines, dentistry, and client education. California license or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree.
• Current California veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong medical and diagnostic skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Compassionate patient care.
• Ability to work well with veterinary technicians and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide general small-animal medical and surgical care.
• Wellness and preventive care.
• Diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
• Vaccinations and dentistry.
• General surgery and diagnostic interpretation.
• Client communication and education.
• Follow-up patient care.

Skills

Medical & diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client relations

Education

DVM or VMD

Job description

Grand Park Animal Hospital, a privately owned small-animal practice near Little Tokyo in Downtown Los Angeles, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team.

If you are looking for strong compensation without giving up work-life balance, this position offers a high guaranteed base salary, production opportunity, flexible scheduling, and the freedom of working in an independently owned practice.

Compensation
Guaranteed Base Salary: $150,000–$225,000

• 1 -2 Years Experience : 150,000 / year
• 2 + Years Experience : 170,000 / year (Commensurate with experience)
  Production-Based Compensation (Pro-Sal)
  Estimated Total Compensation: $180,000–$300,000+
  Sign-On Bonus: Up to $30,000
  Relocation assistance may be available
  Final compensation will depend on experience, schedule, and production.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

We believe veterinarians should have a life outside the hospital.

4-day workweek available
Flexible scheduling
No Sundays
No overnight shifts
No on-call duty
Full-time position
Schedule flexibility may be available based on individual needs

About the Practice

Grand Park Animal Hospital is an independently owned veterinary hospital serving dogs and cats in Los Angeles.

Because we are privately owned, our veterinarians have greater flexibility in clinical decision-making and day-to-day practice than they may find in a large corporate environment.

We value:

• High-quality medicine
• Professional independence
• Respectful teamwork
• Strong client relationships
• Reasonable scheduling
• Long-term doctor retention

Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide general small-animal medical and surgical care, including:

• Wellness and preventive care
• Diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions
• Vaccinations
• General surgery
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic interpretation
• Treatment planning
• Client communication and education
• Follow-up patient care
• Experience with domestic and international health certificates is a plus.

Experience with USDA APHIS / VEHCS or USDA accreditation is especially welcome.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree
• Current California veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one
• Strong medical and diagnostic skills
• Good communication skills
• Compassionate patient care
• Ability to work well with veterinary technicians and support staff
• Experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply.

We are also open to speaking with veterinarians who are looking for a long-term practice where they can grow professionally while maintaining a sustainable schedule.

Benefits

Benefits may include:

• $150,000–$225,000 guaranteed base salary
• Production-based compensation
• Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus
• Paid time off
• Continuing education allowance
• California license reimbursement
• Professional membership dues
• DEA-related professional expenses when applicable
• Professional liability insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee pet-care benefits
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible schedule
• 4-day workweek option
• No Sundays
• No overnight shifts
• No on-call responsibilities

Why Grand Park Animal Hospital?

Many veterinarians today are looking for three things: competitive pay, professional autonomy, and a sustainable schedule.

We designed this position with those priorities in mind.

You will have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a privately owned hospital while earning competitive compensation and maintaining a schedule that leaves room for life outside of work.

California Veterinary License: Current California veterinary license in good standing (or eligible to obtain before start date).
Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) degree from an accredited institution.
Clinical Skills: Strong proficiency in general small-animal medicine, diagnostics, preventive care, routine soft-tissue surgery, and dentistry.
Communication & Care: Excellent client communication, empathetic patient care, and effective collaboration with veterinary technicians and support staff.
Certifications : USDA Accreditation / experience with domestic and international health certificates (VEHCS) is a plus.
Experience: Experienced veterinarians as well as strong new graduates seeking a supportive environment are welcome to apply.