Associate Veterinarian — Doctor-Led Practice & Growth

California Veterinary Medical Association; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Professional dues and licensingSupport

Retirement benefits

Employee pet care discounts

Mentorship and professionaldevelopment

Job summary

PetSmart Veterinary Services San Juan Capistrano is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing, locally owned franchised hospital, serving pets and families in San Juan Capistrano.

You will work side-by-side with the practice owner, making medical decisions based on clinical judgment and patient needs in a doctor-led setting that values client communication and high-quality medicine.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
• Active California veterinary license, or ability to obtain one
• Strong medical, surgical, dental, and communication skills
• A compassionate, client-focused approach to care
• Interest in dentistry, preventive care, and general practice medicine
• Comfort working with dogs and cats; interest or experience with companion animals and exotics is a plus
• Interest in building long-term relationships with pets, pet parents, and the hospital team
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support team development
• A desire to work closely with a practice owner in a doctor-led hospital environment
• Passion for continued learning and elevating the standard of care
• Comfort working in a growing hospital environment

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, diagnostic, medical, dental, and surgical care
• Deliver compassionate care for dogs, cats, and occasional companion animals and exotics
• Practice medicine using your clinical judgment and patient-specific recommendations
• Work side-by-side with the practice owner to support medical quality, hospital growth, and team development
• Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their pets
• Communicate clearly with pet parents about treatment plans, diagnostics, and medical recommendations
• Collaborate with veterinary technicians, assistants, client service representatives, and hospital leadership
• Support and mentor technical team members
• Help maintain high standards for patient care, client experience, medical records, and hospital operations
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented hospital culture
• Participate in continued education and professional development
• Help support the hospital’s growth as it expands

Skills

DVM degree

California license

Medical, surgical, dental skills

Client-focused care

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

PetSmart Veterinary Services San Juan Capistrano is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing, locally owned franchised hospital, serving pets and families in San Juan Capistrano.

You will work side-by-side with the practice owner, making medical decisions based on clinical judgment and patient needs in a doctor-led setting that values client communication and high-quality medicine.