Associate Veterinarian – General Practice

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan support

Flexible scheduling

Medical autonomy

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)

Liability coverage

Continuing education allowance

Professional dues

DVM mentorship and professional dev

Job summary

DVM Focus in Antelope Valley, California, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a general practice with a broad GP caseload and a supportive team. This role offers clinical autonomy, room to grow, and a collaborative environment.

You will provide small animal care, including medicine, surgery, and dentistry, while engaging in client communication and ongoing professional development. The base compensation reflects the competitive market, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited university.
• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain one.
• Proficiency in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive small animal care (general medicine and preventive care).
• Perform diagnostic workups and manage cases.
• Conduct routine surgery and dentistry.
• Educate clients and communicate treatment plans effectively.

Skills

General medicine

Surgery

Dentistry

Communication

Teamwork

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Associate Veterinarian - General Practice

Antelope Valley, California
$120,000-$180,000 | Full-Time

Looking for a general practice where you can practice quality medicine, have support around you, and still have room to grow?

DVM Focus is recruiting an Associate Veterinarian for a small animal practice in Southern California's Antelope Valley. This is a collaborative, team-oriented environment with an experienced support staff and a broad general practice caseload.

This opportunity offers flexibility, medical autonomy, and room to continue developing your skills and clinical interests.

What You'll Do

You'll provide comprehensive small animal care, including:

• General medicine and preventive care

• Diagnostic workups and case management

• Routine surgery

• Dentistry

• Client education and communication

You'll have the ability to practice with medical autonomy while working alongside an experienced veterinary support team.

What They're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited university

• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain one

• Proficiency in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

DEA licensure and USDA accreditation are preferred but are not required at the time of application.

Compensation & Benefits

Base compensation: $120,000-$180,000, depending on experience, qualifications, schedule, and compensation structure.

The overall package may also include:

• Sign-on bonus

• Relocation assistance

• Student loan support

• Flexible scheduling

• Medical autonomy

• Paid time off

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k)

• Liability coverage

• Continuing education allowance

• Professional dues

• DVM mentorship and professional development

• Employee assistance resources

• Pet care discounts

• Potential future ownership opportunities

Why This One Is Worth a Conversation

The draw here is the combination of a broad GP caseload, experienced support, flexibility, and the ability to continue growing clinically without being boxed into one style of medicine.

DVM Focus will walk you through the opportunity, answer your questions, and help determine whether the practice lines up with what you actually want before an introduction is made.
DVM Focus Reference ID: DF-7321