Veterinarian

Location Palmdale
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $140,000 +
Contact name: Maeve Cummins

Contact email: maeve@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 4091
Published: about 1 month ago

Veterinarian – High-Energy, Supportive Team – Just Outside of Los Angeles
Palmdale, CA | Small Animal GP | Full-Time, Part-Time, or Relief
$120K–$160K+ | Sign-On Bonus | Relocation Assistance | Ownership Potential

Lloyd & Cowan is pleased to partner with a well-established and thriving small animal practice in Palmdale, California, seeking a passionate Veterinarian to join their friendly and fast-paced team.

For over 30 years, this practice has been delivering top-notch care—from routine wellness to advanced surgery—and remains a trusted provider in the community. Whether you're a seasoned DVM or a new graduate looking for structured mentorship, this team offers an outstanding work culture, strong support staff, and room to grow professionally.

Why Join This Team?

  • Culture: Supportive, close-knit, and fun-loving team environment

  • Mentorship: Extensive 12-month mentorship program plus access to a DVM mentor network

  • Support: Highly trained, tenured technicians and support staff

  • Location: Just an hour from Hollywood, beaches, and ski resorts—enjoy the best of Southern California living

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive compensation: $120,000–$160,000+ (depending on experience and schedule)

  • Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan support

  • Flexible schedule – full-time, part-time, or relief

  • Medical autonomy and support for your preferred style of practice

  • Future ownership opportunities

  • Comprehensive benefits:

    • Health, dental, vision, and liability insurance

    • 401K with life and supplemental insurance

    • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

    • Continuing education allowance and professional dues

    • Employee assistance program

    • Discounts on personal pet care

Services Offered:

  • Routine and preventative care

  • Dentistry with digital dental X-rays

  • In-house diagnostics and lab

  • Digital X-ray and ultrasound

  • Cold laser therapy

  • Fully equipped surgical suite

Ideal Candidate:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent from an accredited university

  • Licensed (or eligible) to practice in California

  • DEA License and USDA Accreditation preferred (but not required)

  • Proficient in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry

  • Strong communicator and a collaborative team player

  • Experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply

Whether you’re looking to step into a full-time position or explore relief work with a supportive team, this opportunity offers a fulfilling role in a dynamic, well-equipped practice—with access to mountains, the beach, and Los Angeles all within reach.