Best Friends Animal Clinic
Location
Pinecrest, California
Salary
$130,000 - $160,000 / YEAR
Provide high-quality small animal care, including preventive care, surgery, and dentistry. Manage a daily caseload of approximately 15 patients while collaborating with a supportive team of assistants and technicians.
Seeking an Associate Veterinarian capable of performing surgical and dental procedures in a multi-doctor practice. The role is open to new graduates and experienced vets who value work-life balance and community involvement.
Associate Veterinarian – Best Friends Animal Clinic | Grass Valley, CA Are you looking for a practice where you can build meaningful client relationships, work alongside a supportive team, and enjoy a true work-life balance? At Best Friends Animal Clinic, we are passionate about providing high-quality small animal care while fostering a collaborative, family-oriented culture for our team. We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor practice in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California. Why You’ll Love Working Here Warm, welcoming small animal hospital with a cozy, country-style atmosphere Strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and community involvement Multi-doctor practice offering collaboration and case support Walk-ins and same-day urgent care appointments keep medicine interesting and rewarding Heavy focus on dentistry with opportunities to expand surgical and dental skills Recently updated hospital with: New flooring currently being installed Freshly painted exam rooms and surgery suite Excellent support staff including: 2–3 assistants per doctor 1 RVT on staff 3 team members with Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permits Doctors average approximately 15 patients per day with 30-minute appointment times Supportive mentorship environment for new graduates: Longer appointment times One-on-one surgical training Shadowing opportunities A genuinely positive culture where work-life balance is encouraged Team lunches Weekend hangouts and social gatherings Close-knit, hardworking animal lovers who support one another Our Hospital Features 100% small animal practice Three exam rooms Dedicated surgery suite Ultrasound room Fully stocked pharmacy In-house laboratory diagnostics Ultrasound Digital x-ray Dental x-ray machine Preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care services Schedule Ideal schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Opportunity for 1–2 surgery days per week Flexible scheduling with 1–2 days off each week Community Involvement We are proud to support local rescue and community organizations including: Scooter Pals Sammie’s Animal Shelter Bully Rescue What's in it for you: A pro-sal compensation model with an annual base salary of $130,000 - $160,000 (based on experience & schedule) Production bonus paid quarterly with no negative accrual Signing and/or relocation bonus available 401(k) contribution Medical, dental, vision insurance CE allowance + CE PTO Professional dues and liability coverage Paid vacation + sick time Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more! If you’re looking for a supportive team, quality medicine, and a community-focused practice where you can truly enjoy both your career and your life outside of work, we’d love to meet you! Where we are: Why Grass Valley? Grass Valley offers the perfect combination of small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and rich California history. Highlights of the area include: Beautiful Sierra Nevada foothill scenery Historic downtown filled with Victorian architecture Easy access to hiking, biking, camping, and fishing Nearby Empire Mine State Historic Park Scenic escapes along the South Yuba River Close proximity to Sacramento and Truckee for weekend adventures Community events like Cornish Christmas Relaxed country lifestyle with access to modern conveniences
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