Part-Time Veterinarian: One Day/Week, Predictable Hours

PetWellClinic; Lake Forest, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

One scheduled day per week

Predictable hours

No on-call responsibilities

No surgeries

Walk-in clinic

Job summary

PetWellClinic Lake Forest is seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our walk-in clinic for one day each week. The role focuses on preventive care, vaccinations, exams, and client education for dogs and cats in a low-stress, schedule-friendly setting.

This position offers predictable hours, a maximum 8-hour shift, no surgeries, and no on-call duties, enabling a sustainable work‑life balance while delivering compassionate, quality care to our local community.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school
• Current California veterinary license or eligibility for California licensure
• Sound clinical judgement
• Strong communication and client‑service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, walk‑in clinical environment
• Compassionate, professional, and team‑oriented approach to patient care

Responsibilities

• Wellness and preventive care
• Vaccinations
• Physical examinations
• Diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses and minor conditions
• Management of chronic conditions
• Client education and communication
• Discussing findings, treatment options, costs, and follow-up plans with pet owners
• Maintaining complete and accurate medical records
• Recognizing cases that require referral to a full-service or specialty hospital
• Building lasting relationships with pets and their families
• Walk‑in model provides variety while practicing medicine within a defined scope

Skills

Strong communication

Client-service skills

Team-oriented

Compassionate

Education

DVM/VMD from accredited school

California license or eligibility

Job description

PetWellClinic Lake Forest is seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our walk-in clinic for one day each week. The role focuses on preventive care, vaccinations, exams, and client education for dogs and cats in a low-stress, schedule-friendly setting.

This position offers predictable hours, a maximum 8-hour shift, no surgeries, and no on-call duties, enabling a sustainable work‑life balance while delivering compassionate, quality care to our local community.