General Practice (Veterinarian)

  • Tempus Veterinary Recruitment
  • Costa Mesa, California
  • 15 hours ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$120,000 - $180,000 Annual

Job Description


Introduction
Our client is a practice that provides care for small animals and exotics (with no requirement to treat exotics) and is currently hiring for a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team.

Working Hours / Rota
The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm and is closed on weekends. Doctor hours are to be discussed. This is a full-time position.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will develop a rapport with clients to understand their needs and wishes, perform physical examinations, and carry out diagnostic, medical, surgical, and dental procedures to deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress. Responsibilities include explaining examination findings, communicating diagnoses, presenting treatment plans, and educating clients on preventative health care such as vaccines and nutrition. The veterinarian will maintain accurate medical and surgical records, follow established protocols, assist colleagues with follow-up care, attend Continuing Education meetings, support the development of the paraprofessional team, and positively represent the hospital in the community. This position is open to experienced veterinarians.

Practice Details
The hospital is fully equipped with in-house laboratory equipment, digital X-ray, digital dental X-ray, ultrasound with color Doppler, CardioPet ECG, telemedicine, therapeutic laser, and a full surgical suite with advanced monitoring equipment and electrical cautery. The team operates from a brand new, purpose-built facility with five exam rooms, a large treatment area, radiology, surgery suite, isolation, and boarding. The hospital has been serving the community since 1985. Services include behavioral care, dermatology, dental care, internal medicine, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiology, surgery (including some orthopedics), and autoimmune conditions. An in-house cardiologist and orthopedic surgeon are available as needed.

Team
The hospital is a 5-doctor practice supported by a highly leveraged and experienced staff, including multiple RVTs, all working in a collaborative environment.

Candidate Requirements

  • Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
  • Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
  • Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

About Tempus Recruitment

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The Package

Salary up to $180,000 (Annual)

  • $120k - $180k Base Salary + Production
  • Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates
  • Paid Time Off (You are not required to make up production while on PTO.)
  • Maternity Leave
  • 401k (You receive a 100% match on the first 3% you put in, plus a 50% match on the next 2%.)
  • High Producers Bonus (earn up to 10% additional production after 1 year)
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
  • Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Professional Liability Coverage
  • TeleDoc - Free Access 24/7
  • Access to Free In-House Continued Education (CE)
  • Growth tracks for leadership development
  • Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$120,000 - $180,000 Annual

Benefit Insights


Health Insurance
Vacation Leave
Flexible Schedules
Sick Leave
401(k)
Holiday Pay
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

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Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025