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Dvm Launch
Lincoln Hills, California

GP-Associate Veterinarian-Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$200k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday4-day week

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Job Description

Position Highlights

  • New graduates welcome: we can train you, with our 16-week one-on-one mentorship program
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday only

Are you an experienced or newly graduated veterinarian looking for a practice that truly invests in your professional growth? Do you want to be part of a collaborative, passionate, and well-equipped veterinary team dedicated to high-quality patient care? Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital is excited to welcome a new Associate Veterinarian to our privately owned practice, where your success and well-being matter just as much as the pets we serve!

Why Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital?

Comprehensive Mentorship for New Graduates:

We know how important early-career support can be. Our structured, proven mentorship plan offers dedicated one-on-one time (3 hours/week for 16 weeks) to build your confidence in surgery, medicine, and client communication. You’ll be fully supported as you grow into a competent, high-quality DVM.

State-of-the-Art Facility

Our hospital features advanced diagnostic and treatment technology (digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab, etc.) to help you practice the best medicine and achieve precise, confident diagnoses.

Supportive, Collaborative Team

Work alongside a talented group of doctors, technicians, and support staff who value teamwork and continuous learning. We thrive on sharing knowledge and celebrating each other’s successes.

Work-Life Balance

We believe the best veterinary care starts with a well-rested, fulfilled team. Enjoy a flexible schedule, a 4-day work week (if desired), and support to maintain a healthy personal life.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

  • Highly competitive salary (no negative accruals or production quotas)
  • Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (where applicable)
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture coverage
  • 401(k) with a 4% match
  • Three weeks of PTO + One week of dedicated CE + generous CE stipend
  • Paid licensing fees, VIN membership, and more!

Collaborative Specialty Support

We partner with board-certified specialists (surgeons, radiologists, cardiologists, internists) who visit our practice regularly for orthopedic/soft tissue surgeries, endoscopy, ultrasonography, and echocardiograms. You’ll have the chance to learn from the best while offering top-tier care to your patients.

Who We’re Looking For

We Want a Veterinarian Who

  • Loves practicing high-quality medicine and isn’t afraid to work up a challenging case
  • Shows excellent client communication skills to educate and connect with pet parents
  • Is a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, multitasking with ease while supporting colleagues
  • Embraces growth, welcomes mentorship (both giving and receiving), and is excited to expand their skillset

If you’re looking for a dynamic hospital where your ideas matter, your professional development is encouraged, and your quality of life is respected, look no further than Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital.

Ready to Start Your Next Chapter?

Join us, and help us continue our mission of compassionate, progressive veterinary care in the Sacramento region. We can’t wait to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to patients while maintaining excellent communication with pet owners. Collaborate with a team of doctors and specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment plans and diagnostic accuracy.

Requirements

The candidate must be a veterinarian, with new graduates encouraged to apply for the mentorship program. Strong communication skills and a commitment to professional growth and team collaboration are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineDiagnostic imagingInternal medicineEchocardiographyOrthopedic surgerySoft tissue surgery

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$170k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $154k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Dvm Launch ranks #3 of 11 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.8 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,130 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$140k–$200kVeterinary Medicine median $162k (middle half $145k–$185k)70 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$154k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California264 active3,168 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 71% no call · 45% no weekends49 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 14% offer loan repayment385 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings996 in the last 30 days523 the 30 days before (+90%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Dvm Launch#3 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,130 Veterinary Medicine listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates GP-Associate Veterinarian-Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital at Dvm Launch a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,130 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 15 employers
5
<$155k
4
$155k-180k
8
$180k-205k
5
$205k-230k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
86%
Sign-on bonus
71% this job
Relocation assistance
67% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.8
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,130 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Dvm Launch

Veterinary Services
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Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Chiropractic and Acupuncture Coverage
401(k) with 4% Match
3 Weeks PTO
1 Week Dedicated CE + CE Stipend
Paid Licensing Fees
VIN Membership
Sign-On Bonus