Associate Veterinarian | Collaborative Multi-Doctor Practice

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on and relocation assistance

401(k)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

CE allowance plus CE PTO

Paid vacation & sick time

Professional dues and liability)$

Job summary

Best Friends Animal Clinic in Grass Valley, CA seeks a veterinarian to join a welcoming, multi-doctor small animal practice that prioritizes client relationships, quality medicine, and work–life balance.

We emphasize dentistry with opportunities to expand surgical skills and provide can-do mentorship for new graduates. Expect a collaborative team, walk-ins, urgent care, and a refreshed hospital with strong support staff.

Qualifications

• 100% Small Animal
• Heavy emphasis on dentistry with opportunities to expand surgical and dental skills
• Walk-ins and same-day urgent care provide a rewarding variety of cases
• New Graduate Mentorship with extended appointment times
• Shadowing opportunities and collaborative case discussions

Responsibilities

• One-on-one surgical mentorship
• Shadowing opportunities
• Collaborative case discussions
• Supportive doctors who enjoy teaching
• Provide preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care to small animals

Job description

Looking for a practice where you can build meaningful client relationships, practice quality medicine, and enjoy life outside of work?

At Best Friends Animal Clinic, we're a welcoming, multi-doctor small animal practice that believes great veterinary medicine starts with a supportive team. Whether you're an experienced DVM or a new graduate looking for mentorship, you'll find an environment where collaboration, learning, and work-life balance come first.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Collaborative multi-doctor practice with a strong team culture
• Warm, country-style hospital focused on exceptional patient care
• Heavy emphasis on dentistry with opportunities to expand surgical and dental skills
• Walk-ins and same-day urgent care provide a rewarding variety of cases
• Recently refreshed hospital with new flooring and updated exam rooms and surgery suite
• Excellent support staff including 2-3 assistants per doctor, 1 RVT, and 3 Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit holders
• Doctors average approximately 15 appointments per day with 30-minute appointment times
• A positive, close-knit team that enjoys lunches together, social events, and genuinely supports one another

New Graduate Mentorship

We love helping new veterinarians succeed and offer:

• Extended appointment times
• One-on-one surgical mentorship
• Shadowing opportunities
• Collaborative case discussions
• Supportive doctors who enjoy teaching

Practice Highlights

• 100% Small Animal
• Preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care
• Three exam rooms
• Dedicated surgery suite
• Ultrasound room
• In-house laboratory
• Digital radiology
• Dental radiology
• Ultrasound
• Fully stocked pharmacy

Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
• 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Opportunity for 1-2 surgery days each week
• Flexible scheduling with 1-2 days off weekly

Community Involvement

We're proud supporters of local rescue organizations, including:

• Scooter Pals
• Bully Rescue

Why You'll Love Grass Valley

Nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills, Grass Valley offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and small-town charm.

Enjoy

• Historic downtown with Victorian architecture
• Hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and the South Yuba River
• Empire Mine State Historic Park
• Easy weekend trips to Sacramento and Truckee
• Community events like Cornish Christmas
• A relaxed lifestyle with modern conveniences nearby

Compensation & Benefits

• ProSal compensation: $130,000-$160,000 (based on experience and schedule)
• Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
• Sign-on and/or relocation assistance
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• CE allowance plus CE PTO
• Professional dues and liability coverage
• Paid vacation & sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth opportunities

If you're looking for a practice where you'll be supported, challenged, and appreciated while delivering outstanding medicine, we'd love to meet you.