Associate Veterinarian

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We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian who thrives in a fast-paced environment to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and report directly to the Regional Manager.

Hospital Overview: South Sacramento Pet Hospital has been providing veterinary services to the Sacramento area and surrounding communities for over 60 years. Our skilled and compassionate veterinarians provide urgent and emergency care as well as comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to cats and dogs in the Sacramento area. It is our mission to provide state of the art medical care with compassion and exceptional service to our clients.

Compensation and Benefits Overview:

• Salary Range: $155,000 - $180,000
• No negative accrual and no non-compete
• Paid time off and holidays
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible schedule options
• Employee pet care discounts
• Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, disability, liability insurance, 401k with company contribution, and reimbursement of CE & license fees

To apply, please email your resume to Lindsay Aimar at  or apply at

Qualifications:

• Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care

About Pet Vet Care Centers — Culture of Care: for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer local leadership and national support to help our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community.

You care for pets. We care for you.

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, national origin/ancestry, physical or mental disabilities, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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Job Details

• Seniority level
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  Entry level
• Employment type
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  Full-time
• Job function
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  Health Care Provider
• Industries
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  Veterinary Services

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