Associate Veterinarian — South Sacramento Pet Hospital

Job overview

The Associate Veterinarian role is onsite in Sacramento, CA, with a stated salary range of $190,000–$225,000 per year. South Sacramento Pet Hospital provides veterinary services to the Sacramento area and surrounding communities and offers urgent, emergency, medical, surgical, and dental care for cats and dogs. This veterinarian provides clinical care through patient examinations, diagnostic workups, procedures, surgery, and medication management. The role also supports client education, accurate records, hospital protocols, and coordination with the veterinary and support teams.

What you'll do

• Conduct comprehensive patient exams and medical workups
• communicate with and educate clients
• perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• maintain medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• support teamwork and staff efficiency
• coordinate weekly priorities with the Hospital Manager
• monitor hospital protocols and cases
• attend daily rounds when possible
• participate in practice-management updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate veterinarian

veterinary medicine

south sacramento pet hospital

sacramento ca

petvet care centers

cats and dogs

urgent care

emergency care

surgery

dental care

$190k–$225k per year

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $125,000
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support and 24/7 EAP
• continuing-education stipends and career development resources.

Why this role

The posting states there is no negative accrual or non-compete and lists a generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and flexible schedule options.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.