Associate Veterinarian

An exciting opportunity is available for an Associate Veterinarian to join a forward-thinking, AAHA-accredited, multi-doctor small animal hospital in Yuba City, CA. This modern practice has recently undergone significant upgrades and offers an exceptional clinical environment designed to support excellent patient care.

The hospital is fully equipped with a comprehensive surgical suite, in-house laboratory, digital and dental radiography, therapeutic laser, and a clean, well-maintained boarding facility. You’ll enjoy a diverse general practice caseload, allowing you to refine your skills across all aspects of small animal medicine while pursuing areas of personal clinical interest.

This role offers an excellent work-life balance with a consistent, predictable schedule and no weekend requirements. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available to suit your needs. Doctors receive a regular weekday off, with appointment slots scheduled at a minimum of 30 minutes to ensure thorough, high-quality care. On non-surgical days, the caseload is typically 15–18 appointments, creating a sustainable and rewarding pace.

• Collaborative team of 12 skilled veterinarians with decades of combined experience
• Well-established hospital with a strong local reputation and loyal clientele
• Competitive compensation package: base salary up to $190,000 plus 22% production with no negative accrual
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Advanced medical equipment and cloud-based practice software
• Exceptional 4:1 technician and support staff ratio
• Flexible scheduling with no late nights or weekends
• Broad GP caseload, including exposure to orthopedics and regenerative therapies
• Fear-free principles embedded into daily patient care
• Supportive, team-oriented culture that values autonomy and professional development

• DVM from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school (or graduating within the next year)
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in California
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate medicine
• Ability to foster trusting, long-term client relationships
• Base salary up to $190K + 22% production (no negative accrual)
• Sign-on bonus
• 5 weeks paid time off
• $3,000 CE allowance plus additional paid CE days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer contribution
• Paid parental leave
• Licensing, DEA, and professional membership fees covered
• Relocation assistance available
• Formal mentorship and career development support
• Scrubs provided

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