Associate Veterinarian

El Camino Veterinary Hospital Inc; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary starting at $130,000

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance – 100% covered

401k with up to 3% match

Liability Insurance – 100% covered

Birthday Off

CE Allowance

Paid Time Off

License/Dues Coverage

Uniform Allowance

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Sacramento is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. The role involves routine examinations, performing surgeries, and advising pet owners. Candidates must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and be licensed in California. New graduates are welcome! The hospital fosters a supportive environment focused on high-quality care and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Be licensed or able to be licensed in California.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine examinations
• Diagnose illnesses and recommend treatment
• Perform surgeries including dentistry
• Administer vaccinations
• Perform spay and neuter surgeries
• Prescribe medication
• Advise pet owners on healthcare
• Update client records
• Maintain client relationships

Skills

Ability to perform dental procedures

Strong interpersonal communication

Adaptability to changing conditions

Desire to learn and grow

Demonstrated compassion

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited program

Job description

Benefits

• CE Allowance
• VIN and CVMA Dues
• License Fee/Dues
• Uniform Allowance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

Our hospital has been AAHA-Accredited for 11 years and has been exclusively private owned since 1993. In 2018, the hospital had undergone a full remodel to expanded the hospital space. We are equipped with full dental and surgical suites, ICU, IDEXX labs, digital imaging, X-ray, and other advanced technology that assists in providing the gold standard of medicine. Staff are always prepared for anything from general wellness to emergencies. The team dynamic consists of open communication, respecting one another, with a positive outlook and atmosphere. It’s the best place to work to feel supported, have great relationships with patients and clients, and practice impeccable medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine examinations
• Diagnose illnesses and recommend treatment
• Perform surgeries including dentistry
• Administer vaccinations
• Perform spay and neuter surgeries
• Prescribe medication
• Advise pet owners on preventative healthcare, nutrition, and overall pet well-being
• Update client records
• Maintain client relationships

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited program required
• Be licensed or able to be licensed in the state of California
• Ability to perform dental procedures, soft tissue surgeries, and more
• New graduates are encouraged to apply!
• Highly motivated, with a desire to learn and grow
• Adaptive to quickly changing conditions for emergent cases
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated compassion for patients and clients
• Ability to collaborate and work within a team environment

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive starting at $130,000 or more based on experience/skills
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance – 100% covered
• 401k w/ up to 3% match of annual base salary
• Liability Insurance – 100% covered
• You Have Your Birthday Off!
• CE Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• License/Dues Coverage
• Uniform Allowance