Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
A well-established companion animal veterinary hospital in Fresno, California is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its clinical team. Serving the Central Valley community, the practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, combining Preventive Medicine with diagnostic investigation, surgical treatment and ongoing management of acute and chronic conditions. The hospital offers a varied General Practice caseload, with clinical services encompassing Internal Medicine, Dentistry, General Surgery, Dermatology and Orthopedic Medicine. The position provides opportunities for a veterinarian to develop their clinical interests within a collaborative environment while contributing to the delivery of comprehensive companion animal healthcare. As part of an established national veterinary organization, the practice also offers access to continuing education, professional development resources and opportunities for clinical progression.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will undertake the full scope of GP responsibilities, managing a varied canine and feline caseload encompassing Preventive Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Surgery and ongoing medical management. The role involves independent clinical decision-making across routine and more complex presentations, supported by collaboration with veterinary colleagues and hospital personnel where appropriate. Opportunities are available to develop clinical interests in Soft Tissue Surgery, Dentistry, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging and Orthopedic Medicine, according to individual experience and capabilities. The successful veterinarian will contribute to maintaining clinical standards, supporting continuity of care and managing patients requiring ongoing medical treatment. Specific scheduling and doctor hours to be discussed.

Practice Details
The hospital provides a comprehensive range of companion animal General Practice services, including Preventive Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Gastrointestinal Medicine, Nutritional Counselling, Orthopedic Evaluation and Treatment, vaccinations and parasite prevention. Surgical services include routine spaying and neutering, foreign body removal, wound repair, mass removal and Orthopedic Surgery. Dental services include professional dental care and the management of dental disease, supported by Digital Dental Radiography. Additional diagnostic equipment includes Digital Radiography and an In-House Laboratory providing blood testing, urinalysis and parasite screening, supporting investigation of medical and surgical conditions. The hospital also offers microchipping, canine DNA testing, end-of-life care, an In-House Pharmacy and Online Pharmacy, alongside structured preventive healthcare plans for puppies, kittens and adult companion animals. The practice is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and is closed on Sundays.

Team
The hospital is supported by an established team of veterinarians, veterinary technicians and additional hospital personnel who contribute to the delivery of comprehensive companion animal healthcare. The clinical team works across Preventive Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Surgery and diagnostic investigation, supporting collaborative case management and continuity of care. The incoming Associate Veterinarian will work alongside these colleagues while maintaining professional autonomy in patient management and treatment decisions. Additional professional development resources, continuing education opportunities and clinical support are available through the wider veterinary organization.

Candidate Requirements 

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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