Associate Veterinarian

Overview

Laguna Beach Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinarian to join our Thrive Pet Healthcare community. You’ll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care, to preventative visits, to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.

The Ideal Candidate would be willing and able to uphold high standards of medical excellence, provide mentorship, and foster collaboration within our team environment. Excellent surgery skills are all equally important.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Laguna Beach Animal Hospital is a small animal practice located in Laguna Beach focusing on pet wellness, sick exams, vaccinations, working with our local shelter, spays, neuters, and more. Our hospital has a collaborative experienced team and a committed client base. We pride ourselves on compassionate care and high standards of medical excellence.

We are open Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 6:30 pm. Serving Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Aliso, Viejo, South Laguna, Crystal Cove, Laguna Hills, and Dana Point.

Located in beautiful Laguna Beach we have some of the finest beaches in California. Outdoor enthusiasts can snorkel, scuba dive, body-surf, or hike the trails in nearby Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. From sky-high panoramas to dining with ocean views, and beautiful buildings to one-of-a-kind street art, whether you re looking for the perfect place for a vacation selfie, or a picturesque location to hone your panorama skills.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian. At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll care for a pet’s whole life, foster strong human-animal bonds and connect with your local community - all while backed by our coast-to-coast support. Thrive’s full operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training allow you to focus on providing exceptional care for pets’ health and well-being.

We ll meet you where you are and invest in your growth as a professional and leader.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey. Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive s extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Join us where #We Thrive Together . We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.