Veterinarian Jobs in Tustin, CA

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

General Practice (Veterinarian)

A well-established, strictly small animal veterinary practice is seeking enthusiastic veterinarians to join their dynamic team....

Affordable Animal Hospital Orange

Associate Veterinarian

, or equivalent, from an accredited university Current DEA License or obtained upon hire Active Veterinary State License USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire We offer our Veterinarians: Flexible...

Montebello Veterinary Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

Job Description Full Time, Part-Time or Relief Veterinarian Proficient in general medicine, surgery and dentistry Experience preferred but new graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply!...

East Los Angeles Dog & Cat Hospital

Veterinarian with Potential Partnership Opportunity Los Angeles, CA

As a Regional Mentor, you will:    Provide hands-on training, guidance, and support to new graduate veterinarians or veterinarians transitioning into general practice.   ...

South Orange County Animal Hospital

Veterinarian

South Orange County Animal Hospital is searching for a compassionate veterinarian to join our team....

Veterinarian - Full Time

  • Orange, CA (3 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Orange, CA (3 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 21 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates will be subject to a background and...

Veterinarian - Part Time

  • Orange, CA (3 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Orange, CA (3 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 21 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Availability to work some weekends Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates...

Associate Veterinarian

  • Anaheim, CA (10 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (10 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

I am seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a full-service pet hospital. This practice is rated as one of the “best” in the area for consecutive years. It is a small animal practice....

Associate Veterinarian

  • Irvine, CA (4 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (4 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

I am seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a full-service pet hospital. This practice is rated as one of the “best” in the area for consecutive years. It is a small animal practice....

Associate Veterinarian

  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

I am seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a full-service pet hospital. This practice is rated as one of the “best” in the area for consecutive years. It is a small animal practice....

Veterinarian

  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brea, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 2 days ago

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required. License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board....

Veterinarian

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (13 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of in which applicant is applying Professional comportment and...

Relief Veterinarian

  • Tustin, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Veterinarian to work on a relief basis....

ACOS Veterinarian

  • Huntington Beach, CA (10 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (10 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 6 days ago

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent foreign degree required....

Associate Veterinarian - Full Time/Part Time/Relief Students and New Grads Welcome!

  • Fountain Valley, CA (7 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (7 miles from Tustin, CA)
  • 7 days ago

An Associate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine will provide preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of pets....

Demographic Data for Tustin, CA

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Tustin, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.

Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in Tustin, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
15.2%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Tustin, CA
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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