Associate Locum Veterinarian (DVM) Western Veterinary Partners | Southern California Full-Time or Part-Time Associate Veterinarian Opportunity WVP is seeking an Associate Locum Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our team in serving hospitals in/near West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Redondo Beach, and Long Beach. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a few years out, you'll find a supportive team, modern equipment, and opportunities to practice high-quality medicine while maintaining work-life balance. We also have potential to hire someone in the San Diego area or in Ventura County.
Why Join WVP Hospitals? At WVP, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with great people. Our doctors are supported by a skilled team of technicians and assistants, allowing you to focus on patient care while building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets.
We value collaboration, mentorship, and a positive hospital culture where veterinarians are encouraged to pursue their professional interests and practice medicine in a way that aligns with their strengths.
What You'll Practice Our veterinarians enjoy a diverse caseload that may include:
- Preventative and wellness care
- Sick patient appointments
- Dentistry
- Soft tissue surgery
- Diagnostic imaging
- Urgent care cases (if applicable)
- Fear Free medicine (if applicable)
- Integrative medicine (if applicable)
We welcome doctors with special interests in areas such as:
- Dentistry
- Surgery
- Acupuncture
- Rehabilitation
- Ultrasound
- Internal Medicine
- Orthopedics
Schedule & Work-Life Balance We believe flexibility matters.
- Full-time or part-time opportunities
- Flexible scheduling options (either regular days/week, or pick 26-39 shifts per quarter)
Get to know our SoCal hospitals: - Multiple locations from Ventura to Temecula
- Primarily small animal GPs
- The majority of our locations are multi-doctor practices
- Excellent collaboration from experienced doctors
- Skilled and utilized support staff (including multiple RVTs)
- Most of our hospitals have an ACT of over $300
Compensation & Benefits We offer a highly competitive compensation package that may include:
- Competitive base salary
- Production bonus with no negative accrual
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- PTO
- CE allowance and annual paid days to attend
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- WVP Launch: Formal Mentorship Program
- Paid parental leave
- Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
- VIN membership
- Pet care discounts
Qualifications - DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in California
- 3+ years practicing as a licensed veterinarian
- Strong communication and client education skills
- Commitment to high-quality patient care
Apply Today If you're looking for a veterinary hospital where you can practice exceptional medicine, work alongside a supportive team, and enjoy a rewarding veterinary career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about joining our hospitals in Southern California.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary range for this opportunity is $130,000 - $180,000 annually. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
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