Associate Veterinarian: Flexible Schedule & Autonomy

DVM Focus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k)

CE allowance

Mentorship

Ownership opportunities

Pet care discounts

Professional liability coverage

Professional dues

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

DVM Focus invites an Associate Veterinarian to join a well‑established small animal practice in East Los Angeles County. This role offers a broad GP caseload, medical autonomy, mentorship, and a collaborative team focused on patient care. Veterinarians at various career stages are encouraged to explore the opportunity.

The compensation sits between $120,000 and $180,000 with full‑time hours, and benefits include scheduling flexibility, coverage, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain.
• Proficiency in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry; good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage wellness and preventive medicine.
• Provide general medical care and case management.
• Perform routine surgery; dentistry; dentistry.
• Conduct diagnostic workups and client education.
• Ensure collaboration with veterinarians and support staff.
• Maintain compassionate, high‑quality patient care; pursue development.

Skills

General medicine

Surgery

Dentistry

Communication

Teamwork

Professional development

Education

DVM, VMD or equivalent

California license or eligibility

Job description

DVM Focus invites an Associate Veterinarian to join a well‑established small animal practice in East Los Angeles County. This role offers a broad GP caseload, medical autonomy, mentorship, and a collaborative team focused on patient care. Veterinarians at various career stages are encouraged to explore the opportunity.

The compensation sits between $120,000 and $180,000 with full‑time hours, and benefits include scheduling flexibility, coverage, and ongoing professional development.