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Vetn Care
El Dorado Hills, California

New Grad Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$160k

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Job Description

What You Can Expect at Insight

Six months of structured mentorship, supporting your transition into practice and helping you develop confidence in clinical decision-making.

A gradual increase in responsibility, with opportunities to build your caseload and independence as your skills develop.

Experienced colleagues to learn from, including veterinarians, skilled RVTs and veterinary assistants who value collaboration and continued learning.

A varied primary care caseload, helping you develop skills in preventive care, medical consultations, diagnostics, client communication, dentistry and surgery.

Exposure to a wider range of medicine, through our onsite emergency and rehabilitation teams, with learning opportunities guided by your interests and readiness.

Tools that advance the standard of care, including digital radiology, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, two operating rooms and a dedicated dental suite.

  • A community-driven culture, including our Canine Blood Donor Program.
  • A team grounded in shared values, working together, staying curious, speaking up, and looking for better ways to care for pets, support clients, and help one another.

Your Six-Month Mentorship Program

  • The program will focus on helping you develop the foundations for a confident and sustainable veterinary career:
  • Clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning and treatment planning.
  • Clear, compassionate client communication.
  • Case organization, prioritization and continuity of care.
  • Surgical and dental skills appropriate to your experience.
  • Recognizing when to seek guidance and using the expertise around you.
  • Reflecting on your progress and identifying your next development goals.

Your development will be supported through case discussions, feedback and opportunities to learn alongside experienced clinicians.

What Better Care Means for You

  • $140,000 to $160,000 base salary plus uncapped production bonus with no negative accrual
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation support for qualified candidates
  • $2,000 annual CE allowance plus 40 hours of paid CE time
  • 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • FSA and HSA options
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
  • Pet care discounts
  • Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Uniform allowance
  • Opportunities for continued clinical and professional growth

The Right Fit

  • A recent DVM graduate.
  • A California veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one before starting clinical practice.
  • Curiosity, a willingness to learn and openness to feedback.
  • A thoughtful, compassionate approach to patients and clients.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

About VetnCare

VetnCare is a community of veterinary hospitals across Northern California, united by a shared belief that pets and people deserve better care.

Each of our hospitals is uniquely rooted in its local community, and we believe in preserving and strengthening what makes each one special. Together, they are connected by shared clinical expertise, resources, and a commitment to high standards of care.

This connected approach expands access to expertise and advanced care for pets and their families, while giving veterinary professionals the support, collaboration, and opportunities they need to do their best work.

Together, we’re bringing better care to pets and people.

Key Responsibilities

The veterinarian will provide primary care, perform surgeries and dental procedures, and manage diagnostics within a structured mentorship program. They will also collaborate with emergency and rehabilitation teams to ensure high standards of patient care and effective client communication.

Requirements

Candidates must be recent DVM graduates with a California veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one. The role requires a compassionate approach, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Surgical skillsLaboratory diagnosticsEmergency medicine

Healthcare Professional Career Context

Of the 49 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 45% have no call, 51% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $136k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks29 jobs · 25 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in El Dorado Hills

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$770k≈ 5.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,199/mo≈ 27% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 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.

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About Vetn Care

Veterinary Services
Oakland, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Relocation support
$2,000 annual CE allowance
40 hours of paid CE time
401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
FSA and HSA options
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays