Dvm Launch logo
Dvm Launch
Sacramento, California

Associate Veterinarian- GP/ Urgent Care- East Sacramento Veterinary Center

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$150k-$175k

The week · per this posting4-day week

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 46m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Position Highlights

New Graduates and Experienced DVMs Welcome

East Sacramento Veterinary Center is looking for a Veterinarian (new graduate or experienced) to join our team!

About Us

We are a private, family-owned and operated hospital that values the contributions of our team members. We support them with a healthy work-life balance and encourage professional growth and development. Our practice is dedicated to providing excellent service to our patients and clients.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate Veterinarian who wants to grow with a brand committed to exceptional veterinary care. This position offers opportunities for professional advancement within our team and the veterinary industry.

As a Veterinarian at East Sacramento Veterinary Center, you will utilize your veterinary skills, including but not limited to, conducting examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, performing surgeries, and communicating with clients about their pets' health.

Work Schedule: 4-day work week. We're expanding our hours, so this role will help cover weekends or later evening appointments

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough examinations and diagnose a variety of medical conditions in animals.
  • Perform surgeries and dental procedures.
  • Prescribe medications and provide detailed treatment plans.
  • Communicate effectively with clients regarding their pets' health and treatment options.
  • Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure the highest standard of care.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to veterinary assistants and technicians.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited veterinary school.
  • New graduates and experienced veterinarians are both welcome.
  • Comfort with surgery and dental procedures, or eagerness to build those skills.
  • Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of medical terminology and veterinary practices.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to following OSHA regulations and maintaining a safe work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a small animal practice.
  • Proficiency in radiographs, blood draws, and anesthesia monitoring.
  • Strong client communication and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

Frequently handling 30 pounds and occasionally handling 50 pounds. Lifting, bending, repetitive motions.

Frequently required to communicate with clients, team members, and associates. Must be able to exchange accurate information.

Work Environment

  • Exposure to hazards associated with aggressive patients, infected animals, and controlled substances.
  • Exposure to unpleasant odors, noises, bites, scratches, and animal waste.
  • Possible exposure to contagious diseases.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Chiropractic, and Acupuncture coverage.
  • 401(k) with matching contributions (up to 4%).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and California Sick Pay.
  • Pet benefits, including Trupanion Pet Insurance contributions.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Employee Assistance Program (no cost to employees).

If you are passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and want to be part of a supportive and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in delivering exceptional veterinary care to the East Sacramento community!

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

DiagnosisPatient examinationMedical record keepingTreatment planning

Urgent Care Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$163k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 70% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

What does the Urgent Care market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$150k–$175kUrgent Care median $160k (middle half $145k–$182k)60 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$147k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 70% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 16% offer loan repayment376 active listings, Oct 2026
New Urgent Care listings467 in the last 30 days333 the 30 days before (+40%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Dvm Launch#14 of 21 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 26 employers
10
<$150k
14
$150k-180k
5
$180k-210k
5
$210k-240k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
77%
Sign-on bonus
68%
Relocation assistance
52%
Loan repayment
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Senior Shelter Veterinarian (2293) - Animal Care and Control, Office of the City Administrator

City and County of San Francis · San Francisco, California

$177k–$227k
#2

2293-Senior Shelter Veterinarian

City and County of San Francis · San Francisco, California

$177k-$227k
#3

Veterinarian Medical Leader

$140k-$224k
#4

Hospital Medical Leader - Veterinarian

$140k-$224k
+ 32 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Urgent Care (Veterinary) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 99 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
Dvm Launch logo

About Dvm Launch

Veterinary Services
San Ramon, California

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Chiropractic, and Acupuncture coverage
401(k) with matching contributions up to 4%
Paid Time Off (PTO)
California Sick Pay
Trupanion Pet Insurance contributions
Employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$452k≈ 3.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,045/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.