Associate Veterinarian – Balanced Veterinary Career Opportunity – Lodi, CA

Desort; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with bonuses

Sign-on & relocation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

CE allowance

Licensing fees covered

Mentorship

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Desort in Lodi, CA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a collaborative, patient-focused team. This role offers high-quality medicine across wellness, medical, and surgical cases while helping you build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

With experienced staff and modern equipment, you’ll have mentorship for new graduates, opportunities for growth, a competitive compensation package, and a supportive, team-oriented hospital culture.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited institution
• Active or eligible veterinary license in good standing
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care
• Open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates (mentorship available)

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical exams and diagnose medical conditions
• Develop and implement treatment plans for a variety of cases
• Provide preventive care, including wellness exams and vaccinations
• Perform routine surgical and dental procedures
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as digital radiology and in-house lab equipment
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
• Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver excellent patient care
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Diagnostic skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Digital radiology

In-house lab

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – DVM – Lodi, CA

A veterinary hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative and patient-focused team. This is a great opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive environment with experienced staff, modern equipment, and opportunities for professional growth. This role is ideal for veterinarians who enjoy a mix of wellness, medical, and surgical cases while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical exams and diagnose medical conditions
• Develop and implement treatment plans for a variety of cases
• Provide preventive care, including wellness exams and vaccinations
• Perform routine surgical and dental procedures
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as digital radiology and in-house lab equipment
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
• Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver excellent patient care
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited institution
• Active or eligible veterinary license in good standing
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care
• Open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates (mentorship available)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with production-based bonuses
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• Licensing fees, professional dues, and liability coverage
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.