Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian

$175,000–$200,000+ Base | Production Potential $300K+ | $30K Sign-On Bonus | 4-Day Workweek | Non-Corporate

Ready to Practice Great Medicine Without Giving Up Your Life?

If you're a veterinarian who enjoys practicing medicine, surgery, and working with a diverse caseload—but you're tired of sacrificing your personal life to do it—this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Natomas Animal Hospital is a privately owned, community-focused practice that has been serving the Sacramento area for more than 20 years. We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing, collaborative hospital.

You'll have the resources to practice high-quality medicine, a strong support team around you, and the guidance and mentorship you need to continue developing as a veterinarian or the space to jump in and produce from day 1.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't a corporate hospital where you're just another doctor on the schedule. At Natomas, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative environment


• Manage a diverse caseload in a boutique environment.


• Perform surgery and dentistry


• Continue to develop your clinical skills and areas of interest


• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets


• Make a meaningful impact on the hospital and the patients you care for

Advanced Medicine + Serious Support

The hospital includes:

• 4 exam rooms expanding to 8 with an upcoming buildout.


• 1 surgical suites


• Companion Therapuetic Laser


• Digital radiography


• Ultrasound


• Full IDEXX in-house laboratory


• ezyVet and Vet Radar cloud-based medical records


• Live virtual scribes with AI-assisted medical documentation


• Mobile specialists are integral in our standard of care (Surgery, cardiology, radiology and internal medicine)

A Schedule That Gives You Your Life Back

We believe being a great veterinarian shouldn't require working your life away.

4 × 10-hour shifts | 8 AM–6 PM or 10AM-8PM / Or 3 x 12 hr shifts (8AM - 8PM)

You'll work on rotating  weekend schedule designed to maximize your time off, while still providing consistent coverage for our patients.

Your support team handles much of the administrative workload so you can concentrate on patients, clients, and medicine.

Good Money and Benefits That Matter

• Base Salary: $175,000–$200,000+ DOE


• $300K+ earnings on production


• Highly competitive $30,000 sign-on bonus OR up to $30,000 toward a CE program to support your professional development


• Medical, dental & vision insurance


• 401(k) with 4% employer match


• 3 weeks vacation + 1 week sick time


• CE allowance


• License renewal + professional dues reimbursement


• Uniform reimbursement


• Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities

About Natomas Animal Hospital

For more than 20 years, Natomas Animal Hospital has been part of the Sacramento-area community.  Natomas AH is privately owned and proudly non-corporate with a team-first culture. The hospital will be doubling it's current size with an upcoming (and exciting) buildout!  Natomas has been honored by the Sacramento Bee as the The Best Veterinary Hospital in Sacramento for 2 years straight. Come join the best!

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian who is excited to practice high-quality medicine and become part of a collaborative, supportive team.

You'll be a great fit if you:

• Have a DVM/VMD and current California veterinary license


• Have experience in small animal medicine; urgent care or emergency medicine experience is a plus


• Are comfortable managing a diverse caseload


• Enjoy surgery and are willing to jump in when the team needs you


• Are interested in continuing to grow your clinical skills


• Are open to receiving mentorship and guidance from experienced veterinarians


• Communicate confidently with clients and team members


• Believe in high-quality, compassionate medicine


• Are a true team player

Newer Veterinarian? Let's Talk.

If you're an early career veterinarian or upcoming new graduate, don't hesitate to reach out  We have a long track record of quality, dedicated mentorship and would be happy to discuss that opportunity with you to see if we might be a good match.