Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – Citrus Heights, CA | Up to $180k + Bonus | No Negative Accrual Why this role stands out Looking for a well-established hospital where you can build lasting client relationships while practising high-quality medicine? Join a thriving small animal practice offering: $155,000–$180,000 base salary No negative accrual Generous sign-on bonus Relocation assistance Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance The Practice Established small animal hospital serving the local community for over 15 years Loyal client base with an excellent local reputation Full-service practice offering comprehensive preventative and medical care Strong focus on wellness, internal medicine, dentistry and surgery Experienced team of veterinarians, technicians and support staff Collaborative culture with strong leadership support Clinical autonomy backed by extensive professional resources The Role Full-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied small animal caseload: Wellness and preventative medicine Medical consultations and diagnostics Internal medicine Soft tissue surgery and dentistry Client education and preventative healthcare Collaborative case management alongside an experienced veterinary team Suitable for: Experienced Associate Veterinarians Veterinarians with strong surgical and dental skills Team-oriented clinicians who value collaboration Veterinarians seeking long-term career development Salary & Benefits $155,000–$180,000 base salary No negative accrual Sign-on, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000 Health, dental & vision insurance Paid parental leave 401(k) CE allowance and career development support Paid time off and holidays Team member pet discounts Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Mental wellbeing resources Flexible scheduling No non-compete agreement Location Citrus Heights, California offers a fantastic Northern California lifestyle with excellent schools, parks and family-friendly communities. Located just outside Sacramento, you'll enjoy easy access to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, San Francisco and countless outdoor recreation opportunities while benefiting from a lower cost of living than many coastal California cities. Requirements DVM / VMD (or equivalent) Eligible to work in the US Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience Strong surgical and dental skills Passion for high-quality small animal medicine Strong communication and teamwork skills DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university NAVLE certification ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program) DEA, State, and USDA licences (or ability to obtain upon hire) #J-18808-Ljbffr Chattyvets