A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
Independent Clinic | Central Orange County, CA | $150k$250k | Ownership Potential | Free Trip to Hawaii Independent Clinic | Irvine, Central Orange County, CA | $150k$250k | Ownership Potential | Free Trip to Hawaii $150,000$250,000 base salary, bonus potential. If you're looking for a role that offers high-level medicine, strong mentorship, and real work-life balance this one stands out. Key Duties This well-established, privately owned clinic in Irvine is seeking a full-time associate veterinarian. The team is open to experienced DVMs or confident new grads who are ready to grow with support and autonomy. Package and Benefits What's on offer: $150,000$250,000 base salary Bonus opportunities Up to $5,000 relocation support for those moving into the area Unlimited CE registration fee reimbursement Paid time off Health and liability insurance Professional development assistance Free trip to Hawaii as part of the benefits package 8-hour day shifts no on-call or overnight Key Skills and Qualifications The clinic: Independent, well-equipped, and genuinely collaborative State-of-the-art tools including Idexx Lab Station, i-STAT, ultrasound, digital radiography, Tonopen, Doppler BP, and more Supportive leadership that prioritises clinical freedom and a healthy team culture Partnership potential for the right person Strong emphasis on mentorship, case continuity, and long-term development within the team What they're looking for A licensed DVM eligible to work in California Someone confident in general practice medicine and surgery (or keen to develop) A vet who values autonomy but also enjoys being part of a tight-knit team Strong communicator who puts patient care and client relationships first Location Irvine offers a high-quality lifestyle in central Orange County, with excellent schools, safe communities, and easy access to beaches, LA, and surrounding coastal cities. #
