A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
Associate Veterinarian Trusted Vet Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $175,000 - $300,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) 4% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Full Job Description Associate Veterinarian $175,000-$200,000+ Base | Production Potential $300K+ | $30K Sign-On Bonus | 3 or 4-Day Workweek | Non-Corporate Ready to Practice Great Medicine Without Giving Up Your Life? If you're a veterinarian who enjoys practicing medicine, surgery, and working with a diverse caseload—but you're tired of sacrificing your personal life to do it—this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Natomas Animal Hospital is a privately owned, community-focused practice that has been serving the Sacramento area for more than 20 years. We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing, collaborative hospital. You'll have the resources to practice high-quality medicine, a strong support team around you, and the guidance and mentorship you need to continue developing as a veterinarian or the space to jump in and produce from day 1. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This isn't a corporate hospital where you're just another doctor on the schedule. At Natomas, you'll have the opportunity to: Practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative environment Manage a diverse caseload in a boutique environment. Perform surgery and dentistry Continue to develop your clinical skills and areas of interest Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets Make a meaningful impact on the hospital and the patients you care for Advanced Medicine + Serious Support The hospital includes: 4 exam rooms expanding to 8 with an upcoming buildout. 1 surgical suites Companion Therapuetic Laser Digital radiography Ultrasound Full IDEXX in-house laboratory ezyVet and Vet Radar cloud-based medical records Live virtual scribes with AI-assisted medical documentation Mobile specialists are integral in our standard of care (Surgery, cardiology, radiology and internal medicine) A Schedule That Gives You Your Life Back We believe being a great veterinarian shouldn't require working your life away. 4 × 10-hour shifts | 8 AM-6 PM or 10AM-8PM / Or 3 x 12 hr shifts (8AM - 8PM) You'll work on rotating weekend schedule designed to maximize your time off, while still providing consistent coverage for our patients. Your support team handles much of the administrative workload so you can concentrate on patients, clients, and medicine.
Good Money and Benefits That Matter Base Salary:
$175,000-$200,000 + DOE $300K+ potential earnings on production Highly competitive $30,000 sign-on bonus OR up to $30,000 toward a CE program to support your professional development Medical, dental & vision insurance 401(k) with 4% employer match 3 weeks vacation + 1 week sick time CE allowance License renewal + professional dues reimbursement Uniform reimbursement Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities About Natomas Animal Hospital For more than 20 years, Natomas Animal Hospital has been part of the Sacramento-area community. Natomas AH is privately owned and proudly non-corporate with a team-first culture. The hospital will be doubling it's current size with an upcoming (and exciting) buildout! Natomas has been honored by the Sacramento Bee as the The Best Veterinary Hospital in Sacramento for 2 years straight. Come join the best! Who We're Looking For We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian who is excited to practice high-quality medicine and become part of a collaborative, supportive team. You'll be a great fit if you: Have a DVM/VMD and current California veterinary license Have experience in small animal medicine; urgent care or emergency medicine experience is a plus Are comfortable managing a diverse caseload Enjoy surgery and are willing to jump in when the team needs you Are interested in continuing to grow your clinical skills Are open to receiving mentorship and guidance from experienced veterinarians Communicate confidently with clients and team members Believe in high-quality, compassionate medicine Are a true team player Newer Veterinarian? Let's Talk. If you're an early career veterinarian or upcoming new graduate, don't hesitate to reach out. We have a long track record of quality, dedicated mentorship and would be happy to discuss that separate opportunity with you to see if we might be a good match.
Pay:
$175,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Vision insurance