Associate Veterinarian
Alhambra Veterinary Hospital, located in Alhambra, California, has been a trusted cornerstone of the San Gabriel Valley community since 1971. Recently remodeled and refreshed, our hospital combines the warmth and loyalty of a long-established neighborhood practice with a modern, clean workspace and up-to-date equipment. As a privately owned small animal hospital, we are driven by medicine and compassion, not corporate benchmarks. Our multi-doctor team works collaboratively in an environment defined by mutual respect, open communication, and a shared love of excellent patient care. We are currently looking to welcome an Associate Veterinarian who is ready to build a meaningful, long-term career in a place that genuinely invests in their growth, well-being, and professional satisfaction.
Highlights:
- $150,000 - $215,000+ DOE
- Guaranteed Base + 20% Production
- No Negative Accrual
- 4-Day Workweek
- No Weekends, On-Call, or After-Hours
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Offered
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Annual CE Allowance + Paid Days Off to Attend
- Structured Mentorship and Onboarding Program
- Highly Trained Support Staff
- Working Towards AAHA Accreditation and Fear-Free Certification
- Pet Care Discounts
- Bilingual Practice
- Ownership Opportunity (if desired)
- 4.5-Star Rating on Google
- And More!
Who We Are:
Alhambra Veterinary Hospital has served pets and their families in the San Gabriel Valley for over 50 years. Under current ownership since 2021 and recently remodeled, the hospital has a fresh, modern feel while retaining the deep community roots and loyal client base that come with decades of trusted care. We are a full-service small animal practice offering soft-tissue, orthopedic, neurological, dental, and ophthalmic surgeries, along with foreign body removal. Our in-house diagnostic capabilities include digital radiography, endoscopy, ultrasound, and laser therapy. We bring in a traveling orthopedic surgeon for specialized cases. We also offer acupuncture and massage, giving our patients an especially well-rounded level of care.
Our clients receive something they cannot always find at larger or corporate-owned practices: genuine, unhurried attention from a team that knows them by name. Because we utilize our technicians to their full capabilities, our veterinarians are able to focus their time on diagnostics, treatment planning, and meaningful client conversations. We are a bilingual practice, and our ability to communicate in both English and Spanish means we can serve our diverse community with accessibility and warmth. We are currently working toward AAHA accreditation and Fear-Free certification as part of our ongoing commitment to raising the standard of care we provide.
What makes our culture distinct is the people who built it. Our owner is a working DVM who practices alongside the associate team every day, and that presence matters. Doctors never feel like they are figuring things out alone. Cases are discussed openly, mentorship is part of daily life, and the environment encourages each person to bring their full individual strengths to the team. Our staff turnover is remarkably low because people genuinely enjoy coming to work here. We laugh, we collaborate, and we leave each day feeling proud of the care we delivered. For new graduates, we offer a structured onboarding program with regular mentorship meetings, surgical development support, and a collaborative case environment designed to build confidence steadily and sustainably. Check out our website to learn more about our one-in-a-million team!
New Graduates are Encouraged to Apply!
The Location:
Alhambra, California is located in the San Gabriel Valley, just eight miles east of downtown Los Angeles, offering the energy of a major city with a genuine neighborhood feel. The area is known for an outstanding food scene, beautiful parks, and easy access to hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains, plus day trips to Pasadena, Santa Monica, and the Southern California coast. The Alhambra Unified School District is well-regarded and the cost of living is more affordable than many surrounding LA neighborhoods. It is a diverse, welcoming community and a great place to build a life.