Associate Veterinarian
Newport Beach , California, United States
Veterinarian – Newport Beach, CA
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has become available for an Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established, high-performing small animal hospital in Newport Beach, California.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, working up interesting and complex cases, and building long-term relationships with clients and their pets.
You’ll be joining an experienced 3-doctor team, supported by around 25 skilled team members, including several long-standing staff who have been with the hospital for more than 20 years.
The practice sits in a great space between general practice and specialty-level medicine, giving its veterinarians the opportunity to manage more advanced cases while still enjoying the continuity and relationships that come with GP.
The Hospital
The hospital is well equipped to support a high standard of medicine, with access to:
-
Digital radiography
-
Ultrasound
-
Endoscopy
-
Surgical laser
-
Cryotherapy
-
In-house culture capabilities
-
Extensive in-house pharmacy
-
Strong external laboratory support
The team works with a clientele who are highly engaged in their pets’ care and willing to pursue thorough diagnostics and treatment plans.
Schedule
A consistent 4-day working week offers a great balance between career and life outside of the hospital.
Typical working days include:
-
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
-
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
-
Dedicated surgical time during the working week
Salary & Benefits
The package includes:
-
$170,000 – $200,000 base salary + production
-
$20,000 sign-on bonus
-
Relocation assistance
-
Medical, dental and vision insurance
-
401(k) retirement plan
-
Continuing Education allowance
-
Paid vacation
-
Paid parental leave
-
Professional dues and liability coverage
-
Employee Assistance Program
-
Flexible Spending Account
-
Employee referral program
-
Additional employee discounts across travel, dining, entertainment, shopping and more
About You
We’re looking for a veterinarian who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and enjoys working collaboratively within a busy, supportive environment.
You’ll ideally bring:
-
Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
-
Excellent client communication
-
A collaborative and team-focused approach
-
Emotional intelligence and professionalism
-
A genuine enthusiasm for high-quality veterinary medicine
-
A desire to continue learning and developing clinically
Life in Newport Beach
Based in beautiful Newport Beach, you’ll have the Southern California lifestyle right on your doorstep. From beaches and year-round sunshine to coastal restaurants and outdoor activities, it’s a fantastic place to build both your career and life outside of work.
If you’re looking for a well-equipped hospital, interesting caseload, experienced support team and a $170,000–$200,000 package, this could be a brilliant next step.
Interested?
For more information or a confidential conversation, contact:
Poppy Greenshields
Recruitment Consultant | Global Veterinary Careers
+1 929-277-3945
poppy.greenshields@gvcvets.com
www.gvcvets.com