Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal Medicine & Surgery

Artemis Vet Search; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m͏

Paid parental leave, vacation, and S​I

Job summary

Artemis Vet Search presents an Associate Veterinarian role at a well‑established Lake Forest, CA hospital. Join a collaborative clinical team dedicated to high‑quality companion animal medicine in a modern, fully equipped facility with strong mentorship and growth opportunities.

The practice is AAHA‑accredited and Fear‑Free certified, offering on‑site diagnostics, ultrasound, radiography, dental and surgical suites, and in‑house pharmacy to support preventive and advanced care.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensed in California or eligible for licensure.
• Interest in small animal medicine and surgery.
• Strong communication and client relations skills.
• Commitment to Fear‑Free, ethical veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality preventive and medical care for dogs and cats.
• Perform routine and advanced diagnostics and general surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with a team and participate in mentorship and ongoing learning.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Client communication

Team collaboration

Mentorship mindset

Education

DVM or equivalent

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Dental & surgical suite

In-house pharmacy system

Job description

Artemis Vet Search presents an Associate Veterinarian role at a well‑established Lake Forest, CA hospital. Join a collaborative clinical team dedicated to high‑quality companion animal medicine in a modern, fully equipped facility with strong mentorship and growth opportunities.

The practice is AAHA‑accredited and Fear‑Free certified, offering on‑site diagnostics, ultrasound, radiography, dental and surgical suites, and in‑house pharmacy to support preventive and advanced care.