Associate Veterinarian

Chattyvets

Citrus Heights (CA)

On-site

USD 155,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

CE allowance and career development

Paid time off and holidays

Team member pet discounts

EAP

Mental wellbeing resources

Flexible scheduling

No non-compete

Job summary

Chattyvets is a thriving small animal hospital in Citrus Heights seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian. You will provide wellness visits, diagnostics and medical consultations, and perform soft tissue surgery and dentistry.

Join a collaborative team with strong leadership support, competitive compensation, generous benefits, relocation assistance and a path for long-term career development.

Qualifications

DVM / VMD (or equivalent) required.
Eligible to work in the US.
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.
Strong surgical and dental skills.
Passion for high-quality small animal medicine.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
AVMA-accredited degree or equivalent, NAVLE certification.

Responsibilities

Wellness and preventative medicine.
Medical consultations and diagnostics.
Internal medicine.
Soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
Client education and preventative healthcare.
Collaborative case management with the veterinary team.

Skills

Surgical skills

Dental skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

DVM / VMD or equivalent

NAVLE certification

ECFVG or PAVE

DEA and state licences

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – Citrus Heights, CA | Up to $180k + Bonus | No Negative Accrual

Why this role stands out

Looking for a well-established hospital where you can build lasting client relationships while practising high-quality medicine?

Join a thriving small animal practice offering:

$155,000–$180,000 base salary
No negative accrual
Generous sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance

The Practice

Established small animal hospital serving the local community for over 15 years
Loyal client base with an excellent local reputation
Full-service practice offering comprehensive preventative and medical care
Strong focus on wellness, internal medicine, dentistry and surgery
Experienced team of veterinarians, technicians and support staff
Collaborative culture with strong leadership support
Clinical autonomy backed by extensive professional resources

The Role

Full-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied small animal caseload:

Wellness and preventative medicine
Medical consultations and diagnostics
Internal medicine
Soft tissue surgery and dentistry
Client education and preventative healthcare
Collaborative case management alongside an experienced veterinary team

Suitable for:

Experienced Associate Veterinarians
Veterinarians with strong surgical and dental skills
Team-oriented clinicians who value collaboration
Veterinarians seeking long-term career development

Salary & Benefits

$155,000–$180,000 base salary
No negative accrual
Sign-on, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000
Health, dental & vision insurance
Paid parental leave
401(k)
CE allowance and career development support
Paid time off and holidays
Team member pet discounts
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Mental wellbeing resources
Flexible scheduling
No non-compete agreement

Location

Citrus Heights, California offers a fantastic Northern California lifestyle with excellent schools, parks and family-friendly communities. Located just outside Sacramento, you'll enjoy easy access to Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, San Francisco and countless outdoor recreation opportunities while benefiting from a lower cost of living than many coastal California cities.

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