Veterinarian - Fair Oaks, CA
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Job Description
Who We Are
Associate Veterinarian – Practice Great Medicine in Beautiful Fair Oaks, California!
Hazel Ridge Veterinary Clinic has served the pets and families of Fair Oaks, California for more than 40 years, building lasting relationships through compassionate care and exceptional medicine.
We’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and supportive team, with full-time, part-time, and relief opportunities available.
Whether you’re an experienced veterinarian or an early-career DVM looking to grow, we offer a welcoming environment where you can practice high-quality medicine, build meaningful client relationships, and feel like part of the family. We’d love to meet you and explore the opportunity that’s the right fit for you!
Why You'll Love Hazel Ridge Veterinary Clinic
Our practice combines the feel of a neighborhood hospital with the tools and support needed to practice excellent medicine.
Highlights Include
- 30-minute appointments (40 minutes for more complex sick appointments)
- Doctors average just 12–14 appointments per day, allowing time to build client relationships and practice thoughtful medicine
- Dedicated technician assigned to each veterinarian
- Two experienced RVTs assisting on surgery days
- Paperless medical records
- Recently refreshed hospital with new flooring and fresh paint throughout
- Our Hospital
- Our well-equipped small animal (dogs and cats) practice features:
- Four spacious exam rooms
- Surgical suite
- Digital radiology
- Dental radiology and dental equipment
- Ultrasound capabilities
- Treatment area
- Separate dog and cat wards
- Small isolation ward
- No boarding or grooming, allowing our focus to remain on medical care
- To provide even more advanced patient care, we partner with local specialists who come directly to our hospital when needed, including a:
- Cardiologist
- Board-certified surgeon
Radiologist for Advanced Ultrasound Services
This allows us to offer comprehensive care while maintaining continuity for our patients and clients.
A Team You'll Enjoy Working With
Our experienced, collaborative team enjoys supporting one another and creating a positive workplace where everyone contributes to exceptional patient care.
You'll Work Alongside
- Three Registered Veterinary Technicians
- A dedicated technician assigned to your appointments
Two RVTs Assisting During Surgery Days
We value teamwork, communication, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance while delivering outstanding veterinary medicine.
Giving Back to Our Community
- Community involvement has always been an important part of who we are. We're proud to partner with organizations including:
- River City Cat Rescue
Sierra Wildlife Rescue
Supporting local rescue efforts allows us to make a meaningful impact beyond our hospital walls.
We'd Love to Meet You
If you're looking for a hospital where you can practice quality medicine, enjoy a manageable schedule, collaborate with an experienced support team, and become part of a community that truly values its veterinarian, Hazel Ridge Veterinary Clinic may be exactly what you're looking for. Come grow with us—we can't wait to welcome you to the Hazel Ridge family!
What's in It for You
Compensation & Benefits
- A pro-sal compensation model with a salary of $70,000+ (based on experience & schedule)
- Production bonus with no negative accrual
- CE allowance + CE PTO
- Professional dues and liability coverage
Paid Vacation + Sick Time
Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more!
We are so proud of our practice and would love to tell you about our community-based approach to veterinary care! Apply today or send your resume to Vanessa at vsanchez@vetcor.com
Where We Are
Why You'll Love Living in Fair Oaks
- Fair Oaks offers the charm of a small town with easy access to everything Northern California has to offer.
- Location Highlights
- Beautiful, tree-lined community along the American River Parkway
- Miles of walking, running, and biking trails
- Excellent kayaking, rafting, paddleboarding, and outdoor recreation
- Historic Fair Oaks Village with unique shops, restaurants, and local events
Outstanding Farmers Markets and Community Festivals
- Outstanding restaurants, breweries, and coffee shops nearby—including Temple Coffee, Mikuni Japanese Restaurant, and neighborhood favorites just steps from the clinic
- Approximately 25 minutes from downtown Sacramento
- About 2 hours to Lake Tahoe for skiing, hiking, and mountain adventures
- Easy weekend trips to Napa Valley, San Francisco, and the Northern California coast
Fair Oaks offers an outstanding quality of life with beautiful neighborhoods, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation while remaining close to all the amenities of the Sacramento region.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care to dogs and cats while building lasting relationships with clients. Collaborate with a supportive team of technicians to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and maintain efficient clinic operations.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians, ranging from early-career DVMs to experienced professionals. The role requires a commitment to compassionate care and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In California, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$163k (167 salary observations; 606 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (873 salary observations; 7,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in veterinary | ranked against 4,493 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $150k (middle half $129k–$170k)460 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $163k median in California | $140k nationally (+16%)167 state / 873 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | California index 110.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in California | 242 active | 3,421 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 74% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | California healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $38k) · 14% offer loan repayment366 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,251 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+154%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Vet Cor | #8 of 14 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Fair Oaks, CA at Vet Cor a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary — ranked against 4,493 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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