Life is HAPPIER at Lap of Love! Join Lap of Love as an In-Home, Associate Veterinarian in Santa Ana

Are you ready for a change of pace from in-clinic practice? Looking to reconnect with pet families and provide the kind of service you’d always envisioned by having generous appointment times and minimal administrative work? Do you consider yourself a compassionate and empathetic person? We’d love to have you join us! At Lap of Love, our mission is to provide support to pets and their families during one of life's most challenging moments by helping pets pass peacefully in the comfort of their own home. Established and owned by veterinarians, we recognize that pets are more than just animals — they're beloved family members. That's why we prioritize deep and meaningful connections with pet families, colleagues, and the community. Join our team and you'll be part of a nurturing and supportive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally.

Discover a Unique and Rewarding Career as a Veterinarian:

Make a greater impact with an average of 3-4 appointments per day

Receive gratitude and appreciation in every appointment

Embrace the freedom of a mobile practice, without being tied to a clinic

Benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing mentorship

Achieve an actual work-life balance

Enjoy schedule flexibility, with 2-5 day-per-week work options with most appointments occurring between 9 am – 5 pm

Collaborate with an active community of 300+ doctors who support one another and have fun, too!

Veterinarian Core Responsibilities:

Provide in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets

Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets

Build relationships with local veterinary clinics, serving as an extension of their excellent care

Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS)

1+ year(s) experience as a practicing veterinarian

Possess a valid driver's license and a well-maintained SUV/hatchback/minivan

Range of health insurance plans, including vision and dental, with options for both individual and family coverage

Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k with 3% match and Roth 401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and ADD)

Paid Time Off/Bereavement Leave/Paid Parental Leave

Professional Training and Development

Wellness Resources (Mental, Physical, and Financial)

Pet Insurance

Join Lap of Love Today!

At Lap of Love, our mobile veterinarians derive deep fulfillment and satisfaction from making a difference in the lives of countless pets and the people who love them by helping pets pass with dignity in the comfort of their own home. Discover the happiness that comes from being a veterinarian at Lap of Love. Apply now!

Requirements

Able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and up to 100 lbs. assisted

Capable of walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, stooping, standing, and reaching consistently during the workday

Comfortable with prolonged periods of driving

Demonstrated manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and the ability to maintain steady hands while using medical tools

Benefits

Range of health insurance plans, including options for both individual and family coverage

Dental Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k with 3% match and Roth 401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and ADD)

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Paid Parental Leave

CE Allowance Memberships

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Professional Training and Development

Wellness Resources (Mental, Physical, and Financial)

Pet Insurance