Associate veterinarian

NCVMA; California; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) matching

Continuing education allowance

Gym membership subsidy

Scribe service for medical records

Job summary

Penryn Pet Hospital is seeking an associate veterinarian to join our veterinarian-owned, four-doctor practice in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills. Our hospital provides a growing range of rehabilitation services and has a modern facility with digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house labs, and more.

We value collaborative colleagues, compassionate, evidence-based medicine, and opportunities for further professional development in a supportive environment close to a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Current California veterinary license, or eligible to obtain one.
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based medicine.
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care for diverse cases in a general practice.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and staff to develop treatment plans.
• Engage in continuing education and professional development.
• Support a comfortable experience for clients and staff in a modern facility.

Skills

DVM/VMD degree

Licensed California

Communication skills

Collaborative team player

Education

DVM or VMD from accredited institution

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

In-house laboratory analyzers

Job description

Penryn Pet Hospital is seeking an associate veterinarian to join our veterinarian-owned, four-doctor practice in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Conveniently located just off Interstate 80, our well-respected general practice serves a diverse community and offers a growing range of rehabilitation services. Our hospital opened in 2024 and was thoughtfully designed to support excellent patient care and a comfortable experience for clients and staff.

Our modern facility features:

• Fully equipped surgical and dental suites
• Digital radiography
• In-house laboratory analyzers
• Ultrasound
• A spacious treatment area
• An attached coffee shop and pet-friendly atrium
• Our rehabilitation services include shockwave therapy, cold laser therapy, acupuncture, underwater treadmill therapy, and therapeutic joint injections. We also work regularly with mobile specialists in surgery, radiology, and cardiology, giving our doctors access to collaborative care and advanced case support.

Benefits include:

• Medical coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education allowance
• Subsidized membership at the gym next door
• Employee discounts at the hospital and attached coffee shop
• Discounts through affiliated large-animal hospitals and equine boarding facilities
• Scribe service for medical records

If you’re looking for an independently owned practice with modern resources, collaborative colleagues, and room to pursue your professional interests, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited institution
• Current California veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality, evidence-based medicine
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues
• Sound clinical judgment and a willingness to seek input when appropriate
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client-service staff
• Professional, dependable, and respectful approach to patient and client care
• Interest in continuing education and ongoing professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in small-animal general practice, including preventive care, internal medicine, dentistry, and soft-tissue surgery
• Confidence managing routine appointments, urgent cases, and hospitalized day patients