Urgent Care / Associate VeterinarianAgoura Hills, CA | Full-Time or Part-Time | Small Animal | Dogs & CatsCompensation & BenefitsCompensation is negotiable based on schedule and experienceApproximately $100,000 for a 2-day-per-week scheduleApproximately $160,000-$180,000 for 3-4 days per weekBenefits available for employees working 30+ hours per week1099 contract arrangements may also be considered for veterinarians who prefer that structureQualificationsDVM degree from an accredited veterinary programActive California veterinary license preferredCandidates who are eligible to obtain California licensure as soon as possible will also be consideredThe practice may be willing to wait for licensing depending on the candidate and circumstances2-3 years of veterinary experience preferred, although this is not strictly requiredInternship experience is preferred but not requiredNew graduates may be considered depending on their training, skills, and overall fitStrong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a commitment to quality patient careSurgical & Dental OpportunitiesCandidates with surgical and dental skills are highly valued, although ER/urgent-care surgical experience is not required.

The practice is equipped to perform a broad range of procedures, including:

Routine and advanced dentistryDental radiographyScoping/endoscopyRoutine soft-tissue surgeryComplex GI surgeryOther general and urgent-care proceduresVeterinarians who enjoy surgery and dentistry will have opportunities to further develop these skills. Surgical experience is particularly beneficial for candidates interested in urgent-care shifts, but it is not mandatory.

Team & SupportThe current veterinary team includes two general practice veterinarians and one urgent-care veterinarian, with additional staffing expected as the caseload and operating hours grow.

Each veterinarian generally works with two veterinary techniciansA floater is also available to provide additional supportThe practice intends to expand staffing and hours as the patient volume increasesA collaborative environment where doctors can contribute ideas and have a voice in the practiceMentorship & Professional DevelopmentVeterinarians will have access to hands-on mentorship and opportunities to further develop their clinical skills.

Mentorship may include:

Internal medicineUltrasoundDentistrySurgeryOther areas based on the veterinarian's interests and available timeIf you're a passionate veterinarian looking for a place where you can practice great medicine, build lasting client relationships, grow your skills, and truly become part of a close-knit, non-corporate practice, we'd love to hear from you.