Associate Veterinarian — Small Animal Medicine & Surgery

Pacific Grove Animal Hospital; Pacific Grove (CA); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Pacific Grove Animal Hospital in Pacific Grove, CA, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our on-site team. You will provide medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals, including exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning, while guiding clients with compassionate, clear communication.

You will collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver high-quality care, maintain medical records, and contribute to hospital protocols and ongoing quality

Formación

• DVM/VMD degree and California licensure eligibility.
• Experience or strong interest in small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry in a general practice setting.
• Ability to interpret diagnostic tests (lab work, radiographs, other imaging) and develop treatment plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with clients and collaborate with team members.
• Commitment to compassionate, low-stress handling and patient-centered care, with attention to animal welfare and safety.
• Organizational and time-management skills to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate medical records.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education, stay current with veterinary best practices, and adapt to new technologies.
• Previous clinical experience in a small animal hospital or internship training is preferred but not required for highly motivated early-career veterinarians.

Responsabilidades

• Provide medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals.
• Review diagnostics, diagnose conditions, develop treatment plans, and oversee follow-up care.
• Communicate with clients about diagnoses, treatment options, preventive care, and at-home management.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff.
• Participate in hospital protocols, quality improvement initiatives, and occasional mentorship of team members.

Conocimientos

DVM/VMD

Small animal medicine

Surgery

Dentistry

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Educación

DVM/VMD degree

Herramientas

Radiography interpretation

Medical records systems

Descripción del empleo

Pacific Grove Animal Hospital in Pacific Grove, CA, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our on-site team. You will provide medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals, including exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning, while guiding clients with compassionate, clear communication.

You will collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver high-quality care, maintain medical records, and contribute to hospital protocols and ongoing quality