Associate Veterinarian: General Practice & Surgery

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small office

Tightly knit team

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a Los Angeles, CA animal hospital. This on-site, permanent role focuses on general practice with opportunities to grow in soft-tissue surgery and diagnostics, in a small, non-corporate clinic.

The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of small animal experience and a passion for high-quality medicine, client education, and collaborative care with a tight-knit team. This is a supportive mentorship-driven environment with a strong focus on patient welfare.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Active veterinary license, or ability to obtain licensure in State.
• 1–4 years of small animal clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general practice care, including wellness exams, vaccines, preventive medicine, sick visits, and chronic disease management.
• Perform thorough physical exams, create diagnostic plans, and communicate findings clearly with clients.
• Diagnose and treat common small animal conditions, including dermatology, GI issues, ear infections, urinary concerns, respiratory issues, lameness, and routine internal medicine cases.
• Perform or develop proficiency in general surgery, including spays, neuters, mass removals, laceration repairs, dental extractions, and other soft tissue procedures.
• Interpret diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, radiographs, and other in-house testing.
• Partner with veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure efficient patient care and strong client service.
• Educate pet owners on treatment plans, preventive care, nutrition, medications, and follow‑up recommendations.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with fellow veterinarians on complex cases and participate in case discussions.
• Refer cases to specialists or emergency hospitals when appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Active veterinary license

1–4 years small animal experience

Job description

Jobot is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a Los Angeles, CA animal hospital. This on-site, permanent role focuses on general practice with opportunities to grow in soft-tissue surgery and diagnostics, in a small, non-corporate clinic.

The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of small animal experience and a passion for high-quality medicine, client education, and collaborative care with a tight-knit team. This is a supportive mentorship-driven environment with a strong focus on patient welfare.