Veterinarian

Mission Pet Health; Rancho Palos Verdes (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Maternity leave

401k with company match

Long & Short-Term Disability

CE allowance

Professional liability coverage

Job summary

Animal Hospital of South Bay (Rolling Hills) in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our AAHA-accredited team on-site. You will build trusted relationships with clients and deliver high-quality medicine.

Join a supportive network with mentorship and opportunities for career growth, backed by comprehensive benefits and a strong community focus.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited school.
• Valid California veterinary license in good standing.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Provide high-quality veterinary care per AAHA standards.
• Educate clients on diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals and other vets to support patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaborative

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensed in California

Job description

Animal Hospital of South Bay (Rolling Hills)

Date Published

11-02-2026

Pay Class

Full-Time

Working Arrangement

On-site

Base Min.

$ 140000

Base Max.

$ 190000

Description & Requirements

Company Overview

Welcome to the Animal Hospital of South Bay in beautiful Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Our commitment to excellence is proven by our AAHA Accreditation, which reflects our dedication to the highest standards of veterinary care. The trust we have built within the community is evident in our strong 4.7-star Google rating. We seek dedicated professionals who share our passion for high-quality medicine and patient-focused service. If you are looking for a place where you can immediately step into a supportive environment and do your best work, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.Joining our team means plugging into a network designed to support your long-term success. We believe in investing in our teammates, offering programs that help you achieve your career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. You will find that our commitment to continuing education and structured mentorship helps you succeed at every stage of your veterinary career. We are dedicated to providing the resources and stability necessary for every teammate to continuously develop their skills and grow professionally.As an AAHA accredited practice, we offer a high standard of patient care that you can be proud of. Our affiliation ensures that while we maintain our local, community feel, you have access to extensive resources designed to support advanced medicine. Our veterinarians benefit from internal access to specialty consultations, ensuring complex cases receive expert review without having to refer patients away from our facility. This collaborative environment allows us to focus on sophisticated diagnostics and treatments, ensuring you are constantly challenged and growing professionally.Rancho Palos Verdes offers an exceptional lifestyle that provides the perfect backdrop for professional achievement and personal renewal. Known for its stunning cliffside ocean views, quiet neighborhoods, and extensive open space, this location provides unparalleled access to nature, hiking trails, and the Pacific Ocean. When you clock out, you are minutes away from the tranquility of coastal living, yet still easily connected to the dynamic culture of the greater Los Angeles area. You will find the community here values quality services and is a wonderful place to establish roots.

Job Description

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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