What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Veterinary Recruiter position at Companion Pet Partners?
Company Overview
Companion was formed in January of 2020 with a commitment to providing unmatched care to pets and unsurpassed support to veterinary teams through the management and operation of our acquired veterinary hospitals. We are based in Los Angeles, with a focus on expansion throughout the Western United States. The Companion team is passionate about the animal health industry and deeply committed to building a network of best-in-class veterinary practices with talented people collaborating to solve industry-wide problems and deliver exceptional medical care. We are seeking individuals who share our energy, drive and ambition and who will meaningfully contribute to our growth and success.
About This Role
We are seeking a Veterinarian Recruiter who will be responsible for full-cycle recruitment of veterinarians across an assigned region of hospitals within Companion Pet Partners. Reporting to the Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, this role serves as a strategic partner to Regional Directors and hospital leadership, aligning hiring strategies with regional growth goals, workforce plans, and clinical staffing needs. The recruiter will proactively build DVM talent pipelines and deliver high-quality candidates to ensure each hospital is fully staffed with top veterinary talent.
What Success Looks Like
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Companion was formed in January of 2020 with a commitment to providing unmatched care to pets and unsurpassed support to veterinary teams through the management and operation of our acquired veterinary hospitals. We are based in Los Angeles, with a focus on expansion throughout the Western United States. The Companion team is passionate about the animal health industry and deeply committed to building a network of best-in-class veterinary practices with talented people collaborating to solve industry-wide problems and deliver exceptional medical care. We are seeking individuals who share our energy, drive and ambition and who will meaningfully contribute to our growth and success.
About This Role
We are seeking a Veterinarian Recruiter who will be responsible for full-cycle recruitment of veterinarians across an assigned region of hospitals within Companion Pet Partners. Reporting to the Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, this role serves as a strategic partner to Regional Directors and hospital leadership, aligning hiring strategies with regional growth goals, workforce plans, and clinical staffing needs. The recruiter will proactively build DVM talent pipelines and deliver high-quality candidates to ensure each hospital is fully staffed with top veterinary talent.
What Success Looks Like
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for veterinarians within an assigned geographic region
- Partner closely with Regional Directors to understand business objectives, growth plans, and staffing priorities
- Develop and execute region-specific recruiting strategies to address market dynamics and talent availability
- Build and maintain strong pipelines of active and passive veterinary candidates
- Serve as a trusted advisor to Regional Directors on talent market trends, compensation, and hiring challenges
- Conduct candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer negotiation
- Represent the organization at regional industry events, veterinary schools, and career fairs
- Ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience aligned with the company’s employer brand
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3 years of recruiting experience; healthcare or veterinary recruiting preferred
- Experience supporting multi-site or regionally structured organizations strongly preferred
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools (iCIMS preferred)
- Proven ability to build relationships with senior leaders and influence hiring decisions
- Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, job boards, and networking strategies
- Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple requisitions across several locations in a fast-paced environment
- Competitive base salary ($100,000 - $130,000) and comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your recruitment expertise
- Collaborative team environment with talented recruitment professionals
- Modern recruitment technology and tools to support your success
- Flexible work arrangements that promote work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on veterinary healthcare
- Clear path for career advancement within our growing organization
- The satisfaction of building teams that help animals and the people who love them
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000