Associate Veterinarian- Laguna Hills Animal Hospital

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Laguna Hills Animal Hospital is a thriving practice serving the South Orange County area. We’re looking to add another enthusiastic veterinarian to our collaborative team! Nearby Multi‑Site Hospital Shifts maybe available! We are a full‑service veterinary hospital & boarding facility serving the needs of Southern California’s South Orange County community. Our hospital has been devoted to providing a loving environment that treats people and their pets with dignity, kindness and respect, since 1966.

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Our beautiful, updated hospital is well‑equipped with an in‑house lab suite, digital radiology, ultrasound, a state‑of‑the‑art surgical suite, laser therapy unit, stem cell therapy equipment, and much more! We perform a wide variety of surgical procedures encompassing both soft tissue and orthopedic cases.

Orange County is celebrated for outdoor dining, entertainment and beach‑bound adventure. Treat yourself at South Coast Plaza for the finest in luxury shopping and restaurants. Spend an afternoon aboard a whale‑watching cruise in Newport Harbor, or cast a reel from the Huntington Beach Pier. Stop to smell the flowers at the Sherman Library and Gardens, or explore Laguna’s vast variety of boutique shops along the Pacific Coast Highway.

At Laguna Hills, we take the health and well‑being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well‑rounded work/life balance. Our employees’ quality of life outside of the practice is something we strongly value and support.

We offer a great compensation package, including competitive salary of $160,000 to $190,000, quarterly production (No Deficit Carryover), Great Benefits options, CE Allowance, Sign‑on & Retention Bonuses, reimbursement of membership dues, PTO & much More.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Sonni Nevarez at s

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 2‑3+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with…