Part-Time Associate Veterinarian – Mira Loma, California
Location: Mira Loma, California – Riverside County
Salary: $106,000–$169,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) | Actual part-time earnings will be prorated according to hours worked
Schedule: Part-time | On-site
Caseload: Small animal general practice, preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and day hospitalization
Clinical Resources: Ultrasound, digital diagnostic radiography, dental radiography, heated hydraulic surgical tables, and comprehensive surgical and dental capabilities
About the Role
A full-service small animal veterinary practice is seeking a Part-Time Hospital Veterinarian I to join its clinical team in Mira Loma, California.
Salary of approximately $106,000–$169,000 per year on a full-time equivalent basis. As this is a part-time position, actual annual earnings will depend on the agreed number of hours worked.
The role provides exposure to comprehensive veterinary medicine, including preventive care, diagnostics, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, and day hospitalization, within a modern full-service clinical environment.
Veterinarians are supported by ultrasound, digital diagnostic radiography, dental imaging, heated hydraulic surgical tables, veterinary medical leadership, and skilled paraprofessional colleagues, allowing them to manage a broad range of routine and more involved cases.
About the Practice
This is a full-service small animal veterinary practice in Mira Loma, California, providing comprehensive medical, diagnostic, surgical, and dental services.
The hospital is equipped with ultrasound, digital diagnostic radiography, dental capabilities, and heated hydraulic surgical tables, supporting efficient investigation and treatment across a varied general practice caseload.
Veterinarians have opportunities to perform both routine and more complex surgical procedures, including spays, neuters, mass removals, and abdominal exploratory procedures, alongside comprehensive veterinary dentistry.
Dental services include full oral examinations, dental radiography, simple and complex extractions, and appropriate oral surgical procedures.
The practice follows a problem-based approach to veterinary medicine, encouraging clinicians to develop comprehensive problem lists, differential diagnoses, diagnostic plans, and individualized treatment strategies based on clinical findings.
The clinical environment emphasizes teamwork, professional communication, and continuous improvement, with support available from veterinary medical leaders and referral specialists where appropriate.
Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian I will:
Perform comprehensive physical examinations on small animal patients.
Provide routine wellness and preventive healthcare.
Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions.
Develop comprehensive patient problem lists.
Establish appropriate differential diagnoses.
Create individualized diagnostic plans.
Interpret laboratory and diagnostic findings.
Develop appropriate evidence-based treatment plans.
Utilize ultrasound and digital diagnostic radiography where clinically appropriate.
Manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
Perform anesthesia safely and appropriately.
Perform routine and more complex surgical procedures.
Perform canine and feline spays and neuters.
Perform mass removals and other appropriate soft tissue procedures.
Perform abdominal exploratory procedures where clinically indicated and within experience.
Provide routine and advanced veterinary dental care.
Perform comprehensive dental examinations.
Evaluate and interpret dental radiographs.
Perform simple and complex dental extractions.
Perform appropriate oral surgical procedures.
Develop treatment plans for patients requiring day hospitalization.
Monitor hospitalized patients and adjust treatment plans where necessary.
Coordinate transfer to overnight or referral care when appropriate.
Communicate effectively with referral hospitals to maintain continuity of patient care.
Maintain detailed and accurate medical records.
Document examinations, diagnostics, medications, treatments, client interactions, and diagnoses.
Participate in clinical rounds and patient handovers.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients.
Collaborate with veterinary specialists where appropriate.
Share clinical knowledge with veterinary and paraprofessional colleagues.
Contribute positively to a cohesive and well-trained clinical team.
Maintain high standards of patient care, professionalism, and client service.
Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
Candidates should also possess:
Active California veterinary licensure or the ability to obtain licensure by the start date
Current DEA license
Controlled Substance License where applicable, or the ability to obtain one by the start date
USDA Category I Accreditation or the ability to complete accreditation within two months of hire
Confidence performing anesthesia
Ability to perform routine canine and feline surgery
Confidence performing spays and neuters
Ability to perform mass removals and routine dental procedures
Strong diagnostic and clinical problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Compassionate and professional client communication
Ability to maintain professionalism during emotional or stressful situations
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Willingness to learn new clinical techniques and treatment approaches
Openness to professional feedback and continued development
Appropriate computer and telephone skills
The position does not carry direct supervisory responsibility, although the veterinarian will be expected to act as a clinical role model and contribute to team knowledge, patient care standards, and the overall hospital culture.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation and clinical resources include:
Approximately $106,000–$169,000 annual full-time equivalent (FTE)
Actual annual part-time earnings prorated according to hours worked
Part-time employment
Modern full-service veterinary hospital environment
Ultrasound
Digital diagnostic radiography
Dental radiography and advanced dental capabilities
Heated hydraulic surgical tables
Exposure to routine and complex surgical cases
Exposure to routine and advanced dental procedures
Day hospitalization case management
Collaboration with veterinary specialists and referral hospitals
Veterinary medical leadership support
Skilled paraprofessional support
Opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and technical capabilities
The supplied information does not specify which medical insurance, retirement, PTO, continuing education, or other employment benefits are available to part-time employees, so part-time benefit eligibility should be confirmed during the application process.
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian job in Mira Loma, California, equivalent to approximately $106,000–$169,000 annually on a full-time basis, with actual earnings determined by the agreed part-time schedule.
Veterinarians interested in a part-time small animal DVM position in Riverside County with exposure to ultrasound, diagnostics, surgery, advanced dentistry, and hospitalized patient management are encouraged to apply.
Contact:
Matt Doyle – Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com