General Practice (Veterinarian)

Tempus Recruitment; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Sacramento is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian. The role involves performing various medical and surgical procedures while providing the highest quality care for patients and developing rapport with clients. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced veterinarians looking to contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates

Paid Time Off

Maternity Leave

401k with matching

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Accident Insurance

Access to Continued Education

Mentorship and coaching

Qualifications

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) to work as a veterinarian in the USA.
• Must have the right to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and carry out diagnostic procedures.
• Communicate diagnoses and educate clients on care.
• Maintain medical and surgical records.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Diagnostic skills

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

The Package

• $120k - $180k Base Salary + Production
• Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates
• Paid Time Off (You are not required to make up production while on PTO.)
• Maternity Leave
• 401k (You receive a 100% match on the first 3% you put in, plus a 50% match on the next 2%.)
• High Producers Bonus (earn up to 10% additional production after 1 year)
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
• Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
• Professional Liability Coverage
• TeleDoc - Free Access 24/7
• Access to Free In-House Continued Education (CE)
• Growth tracks for leadership development
• Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians
  
  

Job Description

Introduction

Our client is a hospital that provides care for dogs, cats, avian, reptile, and pocket pets. They are currently hiring for a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team.

Working Hours / Rota

The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 6:00pm and on Saturdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm. It is closed on Sundays. Doctor hours are to be discussed, and the position is full-time.

Role Description And Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will develop a rapport with clients to understand their needs and wishes, perform physical examinations, and carry out diagnostic, medical, surgical, and dental procedures that provide the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort. They will be responsible for explaining examination findings, communicating diagnoses, generating and presenting treatment plans, and educating clients on preventative care including vaccinations and nutrition. The role includes maintaining medical and surgical records, following established protocols, assisting colleagues with follow-up care, staying current with medical advancements through Continuing Education, and contributing to the growth of the paraprofessional team. The veterinarian will also represent the hospital positively in the community and treat each client and patient with compassion and respect. This position is open to experienced veterinarians.

Practice Details

The hospital has been serving its community for over 50 years and is equipped to support professional development across preventive medicine, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures. The facility includes ultrasonography equipment and offers a wide range of services including wellness and preventive care, diagnostics, surgical and dental procedures, and pet boarding. The hospital collaborates with specialists in cardiology and diagnostic imaging and manages cases involving radiology, cardiology, dentistry, as well as general and orthopedic surgery.

Team

The team includes 3 DVMs and 13 support staff members. The environment is collaborative and focused on mentorship and continuous learning.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so
  
  

About Tempus Recruitment

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