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Jobot lists this Veterinarian opportunity in long beach, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job details:
Veterinarian at a local animal hospital
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari
Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 per year
A bit about us:
We're a small, non-corporate vet clinic in Long Beach.
Why join us?
No corporate shenanigans
Small office
Tightly knit team
Job Details
We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian with 1–4 years of experience who is interested in building a strong career in general practice and general surgery. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys routine wellness care, sick visits, diagnostics, client education, and soft tissue surgical procedures, while continuing to grow under supportive mentorship.
The ideal candidate is confident in core GP medicine, eager to develop surgical skills, and looking for a collaborative hospital environment where they can practice high-quality medicine without feeling unsupported early in their career.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general practice care, including wellness exams, vaccines, preventive medicine, sick visits, and chronic disease management
Perform thorough physical exams, create diagnostic plans, and communicate findings clearly with clients
Diagnose and treat common small animal conditions, including dermatology, gastrointestinal issues, ear infections, urinary concerns, respiratory issues, lameness, and routine internal medicine cases
Perform or develop proficiency in general surgery, including spays, neuters, mass removals, laceration repairs, dental extractions, and other soft tissue procedures
Interpret diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, radiographs, and other routine in-house testing
Partner with veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure efficient patient care and strong client service
Educate pet owners on treatment plans, preventive care, nutrition, medications, and follow-up recommendations
Maintain complete and accurate medical records
Collaborate with fellow veterinarians on complex cases and participate in case discussions
Refer cases to specialists or emergency hospitals when appropriate
Qualifications
DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program
Active veterinary license, or ability to obtain licensure in (State)
1–4 years of small animal clinical experience preferred
Strong interest in general practice, preventive care, and general surgery
Comfortable managing routine GP cases independently while knowing when to ask for support
Interest in growing surgical skills through mentorship and hands‑on experience
Strong communication skills with clients, doctors, technicians, and hospital leadership
Compassionate, team‑oriented approach to patient care
Commitment to practicing high‑quality medicine and continuing professional development
Preferred Experience
Experience with wellness care, sick visits, vaccines, diagnostics, and routine GP caseloads
Exposure to soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and anesthesia
Comfort discussing estimates, treatment options, and follow‑up care with clients
Interest in long‑term growth within a collaborative hospital setting
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Worksite address
long beach, CA, 90899, US
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