Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
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The Vet Service – Los Angeles Metro

JB-33549 - Associate Veterinarian - Los Angeles, California

200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA, 90012 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states/county-california
Job details
Annual Salary$120,000‑170,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: mixedAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 10‑20

Overview

Benefits
Hiring Bonus
Pet Insurance
Vision
Discounted Pet Care
401k
Dental
Health
Practice Overview

We Build Veterinary Careers Globally. The Vet Service is an international veterinarian recruitment platform with thousands of users within the veterinary industry across the USA & Worldwide. Founded in 2016 by veterinarian Dr. Ed Taylor BVMS MRCVS, the Vet service has grown globally servicing users across the world. Offering permanent and temporary contracts globally across the USA and also Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK & Ireland, with a range of roles from junior associate roles to Medical Director or Specialist Level. We are trusted by thousands of veterinary businesses both at independent and corporate level. We feel truly humbled to be connected with so many fantastic people throughout the world both as clients and as veterinary professionals. Contact: info@thevetservice.com

About the Area

Los Angeles is a major veterinary hub with strong demand driven by its large population, high pet ownership, and affluent client base. Opportunities span Associate Veterinarians, Emergency clinicians, and Medical Directors across advanced hospitals, specialty centers, and multi-doctor practices. The market supports cutting-edge care, including urgent care and specialty services, making it highly competitive and career-driven.

Practice Values
boldness
personability
quality
integrity
accountability
Practice Type
dermatology
emergency
cardiology
surgery
oncology
ophthalmology
orthopedics
diagnostic imaging
general practice
dentistry
Species
dog
exotics
cat
large animal
Management SoftwareOther

Requirements

Practice Experience
general practice
Preferred Skills
general practice
exam room management
teamwork
hospitalized patient management
communication
Preferred Credentials
DVM/VMD
Job Description

We are seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join a modern urgent care hospital in Los Angeles, California. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys same-day and next-day cases, efficient clinical workflows, and delivering high-quality care within a supportive, team-focused environment. The caseload includes urgent presentations such as allergic reactions, gastrointestinal concerns, ear and eye conditions, dermatology cases, wounds and lacerations, lameness, respiratory disease, toxin ingestion, urinary concerns, and appetite changes. The role provides varied clinical exposure while maintaining a practical urgent care focus. You will work alongside an experienced veterinary and support team, with dedicated assistance for medical records allowing greater focus on diagnostics, treatment planning, patient care, and client communication. Ten-hour shifts and a collaborative approach support an efficient and structured working environment. This position is ideal for a veterinarian seeking a full-time urgent care role with strong earning potential, comprehensive health benefits, retirement support, paid parental and vacation leave, continuing education funding, and opportunities for continued clinical development.