Associate Veterinarian — Purpose-Driven, Team-Based Care

United Veterinary Care; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

CE allowance

PTO for personal days and vacation

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Sign-on bonus

Pet care discounts

Job summary

United Veterinary Care’s Pico Veterinary Hospital in San Clemente, CA, seeks an Associate Veterinarian who shares a passion for compassionate, affordable care. The role offers a base salary of $140,000–$180,000 with production bonuses and a sign-on incentive, reflecting your experience and impact.

You'll diagnose and treat with in-house lab and radiology, educate clients, and lead with empathy while collaborating with a supportive team in a purpose-driven practice.

Qualifications

• Licensed DVM in good standing in California.
• Strong communication and clinical judgment.
• Compassionate patient care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide thoughtful, effective medical care with empathy.
• Lead case workups with access to in-house lab and radiology.
• Manage time and team with supportive protocols and SOAP-based systems.
• Take ownership of cases while collaborating with a knowledge-sharing team.
• Prioritize urgent care and respond to patients as needed.
• Educate clients on preventive care and build lasting relationships.

Skills

Strong communicator

Clinical judgment

Compassionate heart

Education

Licensed DVM in CA

Job description

United Veterinary Care’s Pico Veterinary Hospital in San Clemente, CA, seeks an Associate Veterinarian who shares a passion for compassionate, affordable care. The role offers a base salary of $140,000–$180,000 with production bonuses and a sign-on incentive, reflecting your experience and impact.

You'll diagnose and treat with in-house lab and radiology, educate clients, and lead with empathy while collaborating with a supportive team in a purpose-driven practice.