Associate Veterinarian - General Surgery & GP Care

LeoForce; West Hollywood (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in West Hollywood, CA, seeks an Associate Veterinarian with 1–4 years of small animal experience. Join a collaborative hospital focused on routine wellness, sick visits, diagnostics, and soft tissue surgery while growing surgical skills under mentorship.

The role emphasizes high‑quality medicine, client education, and thorough medical records. We offer mentorship, a supportive team, and a commitment to compassionate care for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure in California.
• 1-4 years of small animal clinical experience preferred.
• Interest in general practice and general surgery with mentorship.
• Strong communication with clients and staff.
• Compassionate, team-oriented approach.

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, 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 routine 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

Strong communication skills

Team player

Compassionate approach

Clinical excellence

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

LeoForce in West Hollywood, CA, seeks an Associate Veterinarian with 1–4 years of small animal experience. Join a collaborative hospital focused on routine wellness, sick visits, diagnostics, and soft tissue surgery while growing surgical skills under mentorship.

The role emphasizes high‑quality medicine, client education, and thorough medical records. We offer mentorship, a supportive team, and a commitment to compassionate care for pets and their families.