Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
A companion animal veterinary hospital in Fresno, California is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its clinical team. The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, combining preventive healthcare with medical investigation, surgical treatment and the management of acute and chronic conditions. Its clinical services encompass General Practice, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Surgery, Dermatology and Orthopedic Medicine, providing a varied caseload with opportunities for continued clinical development. The hospital places an emphasis on long-term preventive healthcare and continuity of care, supporting patients throughout different life stages. The successful veterinarian will have opportunities to develop individual clinical interests while benefiting from the professional development resources and educational opportunities available through an established national veterinary organization.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will undertake the full scope of GP responsibilities, managing a varied canine and feline caseload across Preventive Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Surgery and ongoing medical management. The position involves independent clinical decision-making, diagnostic investigation and treatment planning, with opportunities to manage more complex medical and surgical presentations according to individual experience and clinical capabilities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with veterinary colleagues and support personnel, contributing to consistent clinical standards and continuity of care. Opportunities are available to develop interests in Soft Tissue Surgery, Dentistry, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging and Orthopedic Medicine within the scope of the hospital’s clinical services. Specific scheduling and doctor hours to be discussed.

Practice Details
The hospital provides a comprehensive range of General Practice services, including Preventive Medicine, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Gastrointestinal Medicine, Orthopedic Evaluation and Treatment, Nutritional Counselling, vaccinations and parasite prevention. Surgical services include routine spaying and neutering, foreign body removal, wound repair, mass removal and Orthopedic Surgery. Diagnostic facilities include Digital Radiography, Digital Dental Radiography and an In-House Laboratory supporting blood testing, urinalysis and parasite screening. These facilities support the investigation of medical, dental and surgical conditions, alongside the management of patients requiring ongoing diagnostic assessment. Additional services include medical grooming, microchipping, canine DNA testing, end-of-life care, an In-House Pharmacy and Online Pharmacy. The practice also offers preventive healthcare plans for puppies, kittens and adult companion animals, supporting long-term health monitoring and early disease detection. The hospital 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 veterinary team, including veterinarians, veterinary technicians and additional hospital personnel involved in delivering comprehensive companion animal healthcare. The clinical team works across preventive healthcare, medical investigation, dentistry and surgery, supporting collaborative case management and continuity of care. The incoming Associate Veterinarian will work alongside clinical colleagues while maintaining professional autonomy in patient management and treatment decisions. Access to continuing education, clinical resources and professional development opportunities is 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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