Associate Veterinarian

Veterinary Staff Unlimited; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterinary Staff Unlimited seeks an Associate Veterinarian for a full-time, on-site role in West Hollywood, CA. You will deliver medical, surgical, and preventive care for companion animals, including exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning, while communicating clearly with pet owners.

Collaborate with RVTs, technicians, and support staff; oversee anesthesia and patient monitoring; participate in case discussions and practice improvements to uphold hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clients and teams.
• Clinical competence in small animal care and procedures.
• Commitment to patient safety and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care.
• Perform examinations, diagnose conditions, create treatment plans.
• Communicate options and follow-up care to clients clearly.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with staff.
• Oversee anesthesia and patient monitoring; participate in case discussions.
• Contribute to quality-improvement and client education efforts.

Skills

Client communication

Team-based care

Infection control

Professional development

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Company Description

Veterinary Staff Unlimited is a veterinary staffing and consulting firm that connects animal hospitals and clinics with a wide range of veterinary professionals, including associate and relief veterinarians, RVTs, veterinary technicians, receptionists, kennel attendants, groomers, and bathers. The organization supports practices by advising on hiring, performance management, termination decisions, and ownership transitions such as buying, selling, and partner buy-ins. In addition to staffing services, Veterinary Staff Unlimited offers comprehensive consulting in marketing, finance, and operations, as well as a la carte services like business plans, employee handbooks, SOPs, organizational charts, and exit strategies. This combination of staffing and consulting solutions enables veterinary practices to grow sustainably while maintaining high standards of patient care and client service.

Role Description

The Associate Veterinarian role is a full-time, on-site position based in West Hollywood, CA. The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care for companion animals, including performing examinations, diagnosing conditions, developing treatment plans, and recommending appropriate diagnostics. Daily responsibilities include communicating clearly with clients about pet health, treatment options, and follow-up care, as well as maintaining accurate and timely medical records. The role also involves collaborating with technicians and support staff, overseeing anesthesia and patient monitoring, and contributing to a positive, respectful workplace culture. The Associate Veterinarian may participate in case discussions, quality-improvement initiatives, and client education efforts that support the hospital’s standards of care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited institution and an active California veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain one).
• Demonstrated clinical competence in small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry, including physical exams, diagnostics, and routine procedures.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain medical information clearly and build trust with diverse clients.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based clinical environment, including collaboration with RVTs, assistants, receptionists, and management.
• Proficiency in using veterinary practice management software and electronic medical records; familiarity with common platforms is beneficial.
• Commitment to patient safety, infection control, and adherence to hospital protocols, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Interest in professional development, openness to feedback, and willingness to participate in continuing education and practice improvements.