Associate Veterinarian

AAVMP; Anderson (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Pet perks: free exams

Mental health support

CE credits & education support

Job summary

Anderson Veterinary Clinic is seeking a highly motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our 4-doctor practice in Northern California. The role includes wellness care, medicine, and surgery with a strong emphasis on client education and teamwork.

Our hospital features two full surgery suites, multiple exam rooms, advanced diagnostic tools, and a collaborative environment. Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with a Thrive Pet Healthcare affiliation.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Responsibilities

• Join a 4-doctor practice and collaborate with our team.
• Provide high-quality medical care and surgery.
• Educate and build strong relationships with clients.
• Leverage our team and technology to care for pets with compassion.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree

State Veterinary Board License and in good standing

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Anderson Veterinary Clinic

Anderson Veterinary Clinic is seeking a highly motivated associate who will become a member of our veterinary family. Anderson Veterinary Clinic is a 4-doctor practice located at the northern end of California’s beautiful Sacramento Valley.

Anderson Veterinary Clinic is a busy small animal general practice located in Northern California. We value the human-animal bond and treat clients and pets with hometown hospitality and the highest standard of care. We have served our community at our current site for 65 years and have built an exceptionally well-established client base. The practice has grown tremendously since moving into our newly built award-winning facility.

The most valuable part of our hospital is our team! A collaborative team of veterinarians, with phenomenal support staff. We pride ourselves in having a highly skilled and personable team. From our warm and welcoming client service representatives to our well-trained RVTs and veterinary assistants, we function as a team to support our doctors in providing care to our clients through technology, education, compassion, and teamwork.

Our hospital is well-equipped to provide high-quality medical care and surgery. Our hospital boasts 2 full surgery suites and 5 exam rooms as well as an isolation ward. We have top-of-the-line equipment including digital radiology, digital dental radiology, ultrasound, a full in-house laboratory, and up-to-date anesthesia/monitoring equipment. We have a strong working relationship with a local referral for emergency, critical care, and specialty services, we are located a short discharge from UC Davis Veterinary School.

What we are looking for: full-time associate veterinary position, to join our 4-doctor hospital. Our full-time position is currently four day, 10-hour shifts, rotation of weekends (Saturday only, closed Sunday), and no on-call. We are seeking a veterinarian with a strong interest in wellness, medicine, general surgery, and the desire to educate and build a strong relationship with our team and clients.

What we offer: A great clinic culture that encourages collaboration and well-being to build a positive work-life balance to enjoy this great area.

Anderson Veterinary Clinic is located in beautiful Northern California, a nature lovers' dream! We live in a recreational wonderland accessible for the outdoor enthusiast surrounded by Lassen National Park, Mt Shasta Ski Park, Whiskeytown, and Shasta Lake. Northern California is a growing rural area.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll work on a diverse case mix alongside industry-leading teams and a connected community of pet care providers. In our supportive environment, you can continue to develop skills that you can leverage alongside your passion to provide continuity of care for the pets you love.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Benefits - our care in action

• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Pet perks include free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• Continuing education support through free courses, CE credits and paid time off to complete.

And so much more!

Plus, we have a Medical Excellence & Education platform including a Clinical Research Committee, Specialty Directors Board, Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more. This platform is designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL range starting at $140k/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.