Veterinarian at Monarch Veterinary Hospital - Monarch Veterinary Hospital

Overview

Monarch Veterinary Hospital, serving Laguna Niguel since 2002, is dedicated to partnering in pet healthcare, treating every patient like our own. You will be joining an established, high-quality practice recognized by the community with an excellent 4.8-star Google rating. Crucially, we maintain American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation, meaning we regularly meet or exceed rigorous standards covering diagnostics, surgery, patient care, and emergency services—a benchmark achieved by only 15% of hospitals nationwide.

This is where you can truly do your best work alongside devoted teammates who prioritize clinical excellence. Joining the Monarch team means working alongside veterinarians Dr. Craft, Dr. Alcala, and Dr. Kent, guided by Hospital Manager Natalie Murchison. Our objective is to ensure your experience exceeds expectations every time you walk through the door, fostering a supportive environment where every teammate is positioned to succeed.

Teammates here appreciate the commitment to quality service and the cohesive structure that has made Monarch a trusted name in Laguna Niguel for over two decades. Our history and stability provide the platform you need to focus solely on patient care and professional development. As an AAHA accredited facility, you will practice medicine at the highest level, utilizing advanced protocols for patient safety and clinical excellence.

Our services are comprehensive, focusing entirely on small animal care, and include full Wellness and Prevention programs, sophisticated Testing and Diagnostics, Advanced Care, and a robust Surgical Procedures lineup. We also provide necessary Urgent Care services, ensuring that you have the resources to manage critical cases and provide thorough, high-quality veterinary medicine every day. Monarch Veterinary Hospital is located in the highly desirable community of Laguna Niguel, California.

This region offers an exceptional Southern California lifestyle, placing you in a vibrant environment that balances professional commitment with desirable coastal living opportunities. You will be working in a well-established location with a loyal client base that deeply values the advanced level of care you provide, giving you the best of both a professional career and a fulfilling personal life.

• Build Lasting Relationships:
  Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine:
  From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower:
  Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow:
  Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

• Generous Compensation
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  Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Total Wellbeing
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  Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 Tele Doc access.
• Financial Health
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  Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.
• Commitment to Growth
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  Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.
• The Power of a Network
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  Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.
• Peace of Mind
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  Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.