Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian - Rancho Park Veterinary Clinic

Los Angeles, CA

Rancho Park Veterinary Clinic

General Practice

Full Time

Stay connected to the medicine you love, with a team that values your experience | Flexible Per Diem/Relief scheduling | Competitive compensation ~$1500| Local heart. National strength.

Position Overview

Join PetVet Care Centers as a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) atRancho Park Veterinary Clinic. You'll step into a locally led hospital where the team knows its community, supports one another, and shares a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care, backed by the resources of the PetVet Care Centers network.

As a full service West Los Angeles veterinary hospital, we offer everything from wellness exams, spay and neuter services, pet dental cleanings, surgical needs, vaccinations, and pharmaceutical medicine. We also provide the community with daytime emergency and urgent pet care services. Our state-of-the-art laboratory and in-house diagnostics team can run everything from routine tests and digital x-rays to more intensive ultrasound examination. We are open Monday - Saturday. This is truly a fantastic opportunity!

You care for pets. We care for you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

AtRancho Park Veterinary Clinic, .You care for pets. We care for you.

Here, you'll find:

One of West LA's finest veterinary teams—a premier animal hospital in and around the community
A state-of-the-art lab and in-house diagnostics, from routine tests and digital x-rays to ultrasound
Cheviot Hills is an upscale, family-friendly Westside neighborhood—1920s charm, tree-lined streets, and quick access to Century City and Beverly Hills, with the Cheviot Hills Recreation Center and Rancho Park Golf Course nearby.

Why Per Diem/Relief Work at Rancho Park

For Doctors seeking greater flexibility, Rancho Park offers Per Diem/Relief opportunities that allow you to choose shifts aligned with your availability while helping the hospital maintain continuity of care. You’ll continue doing what you do best while supporting a team and community that value your contribution.

Choose shifts that align with your availability and schedule
Keep your clinical knowledge and skills active through performing General Practice Medicine
Bring your experience to patients, clients, and a team that needs it
Earn competitive compensation for the care you provide
Stay connected to the profession during a career or life transition
Experience Rancho Park’s team, culture, and approach to medicine firsthand

Compensation for the Per Diem/Relief schedule option will be commensurate based on shifts worked. Specific coverage expectations, shift length, frequency, employment classification, and any applicable benefit eligibility will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Flexibility Options & Work-Life Harmony

If flexibility is important to you, but Per Diem/Relief work isn’t quite what you’re looking for, let’s connect. We’ll work together to explore schedule options that align with how you want to work.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today. For questions or a confidential career conversation, contact Sonni Nevarez, RVT, at Snevarez@petvetcarecenters.com

Key Responsibilities

Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
Client communication and education
Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery if desired
Maintaining accurate medical records
Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
Current State Veterinary License
DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
Excellent surgical and dental skills. (Optional)
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

About PetVet Care Centers

Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

Pay Range

$175,000—$195,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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