Associate Veterinarian

Description

Associate Veterinarian – Alton Main Animal Hospital

Santa Ana, California

Looking for a place to grow your veterinary career without sacrificing your sanity or your weekends? You’ve found it. At  Alton Main Animal Hospital , we’re a well-established, community-loved practice with roots dating back to 1986 — and we’re ready to welcome a full-time Associate Veterinarian to our fun, compassionate, and dedicated team.

We offer the tools, autonomy, and support you need to practice your best medicine — in an environment where collaboration, respect, and a little bit of humor go a long way.

What Makes Us Different :

Flexible scheduling that supports real work-life balance

Base salary of $130,000–$180,000  + production bonus = you’re paid well and fairly

Sign-on bonus to make your move even sweeter

Modern medicine, small-town heart — we treat our clients and patients like family

A team that values your input and respects your expertise

What You’ll Be Doing :

Deliver top-tier care with advanced diagnostics and treatment options

Build trust and strong connections with clients and their beloved pets

Take part in community outreach and client education

Confidently triage and treat urgent cases

Prioritize care using SOAP templates for clarity and consistency

Promote wellness through vaccine plans, parasite prevention, and long-term health strategies

What You Bring to the Table :

A DVM (or equivalent) and a current California veterinary license in good standing

A compassionate, positive attitude and strong communication skills

Confidence in your clinical skills and a collaborative spirit

A passion for providing thoughtful, personalized patient care

Perks & Benefits You’ll Love :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match , FSA & HSA options

Company-paid short-term disability & life insurance (plus optional long-term)

Continuing Education allowance and support for professional development

Generous PTO , paid holidays, and access to an Employee Assistance Program

Staff pet discounts — because your pets deserve VIP treatment too

Who We Are :

At  Alton Main Animal Hospital , we're more than just a clinic — we're a supportive, down-to-earth team that believes in making a real difference through preventive medicine, individualized care, and community connection . As a proud United Veterinary Care partner hospital , we get the best of both worlds : the freedom to be ourselves and the resources of a larger network.

✨ Ready to find joy in veterinary medicine again?

Apply today and let’s talk about how Alton Main can be the next step in your veterinary journey.