Small-Animal Veterinarian – El Cajon, CA

Desort; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Production-based incentives

Relocation assistance

Sign-on incentive

Continuing education allowance

Paid professional dues

Retirement savings plan with employer

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Desort in El Cajon, CA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established, collaborative team. The role centers on wellness, dentistry, and surgery, with support from experienced technicians and modern diagnostic equipment.

The practice emphasizes clinical autonomy and work-life balance while delivering high-quality patient care, offering a competitive base salary with production incentives and benefits to support professional growth.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent degree.
• Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure.
• Strong surgical and clinical skills.
• Excellent communication and client education abilities.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to companion animal patients.
• Perform routine surgical and dental procedures.
• Conduct physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding diagnoses and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and compliant medical records.
• Collaborate effectively with technicians and support staff.

Skills

DVM/VMD or equivalent

Active veterinary license

Surgical and clinical skills

Communication and client education

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent

Job description

Small-Animal Veterinarian – El Cajon, CA

A well-established small animal practice is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative team. This opportunity offers a balanced caseload focused on wellness, dentistry, and surgery, supported by experienced technicians and modern diagnostic equipment. The practice values clinical autonomy, teamwork, and maintaining a sustainable work-life balance while delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to companion animal patients
• Perform routine surgical and dental procedures
• Conduct physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding diagnoses and recommendations
• Maintain accurate and compliant medical records
• Collaborate effectively with technicians and support staff

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
• Active veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure)
• Strong surgical and clinical skills
• Excellent communication and client education abilities
• Commitment to high standards of patient care
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production-based incentives
• Long-term incentive opportunities
• No negative accrual compensation model
• Continuing education allowance and paid professional dues
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Relocation assistance and sign-on incentives available
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.