Lead Small Animal Veterinarian

All Creatures Care Cottage; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

All Creatures Care Cottage, a community-focused veterinary hospital in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks a Lead Veterinarian to oversee medical, surgical, dental and preventive care for small animals. In this leadership role, you will guide medical protocols, mentor the veterinary team, and maintain excellent client communication and education.

You’ll collaborate with technicians and support staff, foster a compassionate, service-oriented culture, and help drive community outreach, while growing your

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical, surgical, dental and preventive care for small animals.
• Manage complex cases and guide medical protocols.
• Mentor veterinary team members and support staff.
• Maintain excellent client communication and education.
• Collaborate with technicians and support staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Foster a compassionate, service-oriented culture and drive community outreach.

Job description

All Creatures Care Cottage, a community-focused veterinary hospital in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to oversee high-quality medical, surgical, dental, and preventive care for small animals. In this leadership role, you will manage complex cases, guide medical protocols, and mentor veterinary team members while maintaining excellent client communication and education. You’ll collaborate closely with technicians and support staff, foster a compassionate, service-oriented culture, and help drive community outreach. This position offers strong opportunities to grow clinical and leadership skills in a supportive, team-based environment.