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Description & Requirements
Associate Veterinarian – West Hills Animal Hospital
Join a thriving, modern practice in the heart of the San Fernando Valley — just 30 minutes from downtown LA! Founded in 2004, West Hills Animal Hospital has grown from a small 2-doctor practice into a multimillion-dollar hospital that's still expanding today. We specialize in small animal medicine, surgery, and emergency care for dogs and cats, and we're proud of the reputation we've built for high-quality, compassionate medicine.
State-of-the-art facilities, including:
- A fully equipped surgical suite
- New IDEXX in-house laboratory
- Digital radiography and digital dental X-ray
- Premier GE ultrasound (2020)
- In-house microscopy
- A paper-light practice running on Avimark, with digital mobility between exam rooms and treatment areas, digital whiteboards, and computerized recordkeeping
And we're not slowing down — a full hospital expansion and renovation is on the horizon, doubling our footprint to give our team even more room and resources to provide top-notch care.
A team that sticks around
We're a fast-paced, 3-doctor practice, but our size doesn't tell the whole story — many of our staff members have been with us for 5 to 17 years! That kind of loyalty speaks for itself. We credit our low turnover to a genuinely family-like culture, strong leadership from our doctors, and management that actually has your back.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary: $150,000–$180,000 (based on experience) production
- 401(k) with matching
- Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Continuing education allowance
- Malpractice coverage
- License renewal and professional association dues covered
- Real work/life balance — 4-day work weeks, closed Sundays (hospital hours are 8am–4pm, 6 days a week)
- Supportive, hands-on management
- Mentorship for veterinarians at every career stage
Life in West Hills, CA
West Hills is a small, safe neighborhood in LA County with a welcoming, diverse community and easy access to the outdoors. You're walking distance from the foothills, local shops, and restaurants — with beaches, mountains, and the energy of city life all within reach.
Candidates must be graduates of an AVMA-accredited veterinary college, or have successfully completed the ECFVG or PAVE certification program.
Salary : $150,000 - $180,000