Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – Citrus Heights, CA | Up to $180k + Bonus | Exceptional Surgical Mentorship Why this role stands out Looking for a practice where you can develop your surgical skills while enjoying genuine work-life balance? Join a progressive small animal hospital offering: $150,000–$180,000 base salary plus production bonus No negative accrual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) cash bonus programme Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available The Practice Established small animal hospital serving the local community Dogs, cats and occasional exotic animal caseload Strong focus on wellness and preventative medicine alongside an advanced surgical caseload Average of approximately 12 appointments per veterinarian per day Excellent 3:1 technician-to-doctor support ratio Modern equipment including ultrasound, digital radiography, digital dental radiography and comprehensive in-house laboratory Advanced surgical procedures including orthopaedic, soft tissue, reconstructive and oncologic surgery Supportive Medical Director providing outstanding mentorship for new graduates and career development for experienced veterinarians The Role Full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied caseload including: Wellness and preventative medicine Medical consultations and diagnostics Soft tissue surgery Dentistry Opportunity to develop orthopaedic and advanced surgical skills Client education and preventative healthcare Collaborative case management within a supportive clinical team Suitable for: Experienced Associate Veterinarians New graduates seeking exceptional mentorship Veterinarians with an interest in surgery and clinical development Team-oriented clinicians committed to delivering outstanding patient care Salary & Benefits $150,000–$180,000 base salary Production bonus Long-Term Incentive (LTI) cash bonus programme No negative accrual Health, dental, vision and life insurance 401(k) with company match CE allowance plus paid licences and professional dues Paid time off and holidays Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling Relocation assistance Sign-on bonus available Referral bonus programme Structured mentorship and career development Student loan assistance Mental health and wellbeing support Location Citrus Heights, California offers an outstanding Northern California lifestyle with affordable living, excellent schools and easy access to Sacramento. Enjoy nearby wineries, hiking trails, lakes and outdoor recreation, while being within two hours of both Lake Tahoe and San Francisco. Requirements DVM / VMD (or equivalent) Eligible to work in the US 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