Associate Veterinarian - Rancho Cordova, California

VCA Mather Animal Medical Center is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to complement our talented team in Rancho Cordova, California .

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VCA takes pride in expanding the growth and skill set of new veterinarians. We welcome newly graduated veterinarians (and current veterinary students) to apply to this position where they will receive individualized support with our 6-month mentorship program and a collaborative hospital team environment.

VCA Mather is a busy 3 doctor general practice. We are focused on building a positive and collaborative work environment that also provides the support needed for individual growth and development.

We have digital radiology, digital dental radiology, ultrasound and a large surgery suite. We also have a close relationship with outside specialists, including cardiologists, radiologists and surgeons.

We are located close to a 24 hour emergency, specialty center. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you!

Full-Time position, open 6 days a week, 4-10hr schedule.

Sacramento is a large metropolitan city with a small town feel and lots of options based on lifestyle. It has an ideal year-round climate with incredible outdoor opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, water sports, skiing, wine tasting, and camping.

It is home to many sports teams, the NBA team Sacramento Kings, our minor league soccer team Sacramento Republic FC, as well as the minor league baseball team Sacramento Rivercats.

We didn’t leave out the history fanatics, Old Sacramento Waterfront is a 28 acre National Historic Landmark and State Historic park that offers a glimpse at the beginning of California’s Gold rush era.

In addition to being California’s state capital, we are America’s farm-to-fork capital. Sacramento has fantastic food whether you are looking for a Michelin rated restaurant or a delicious burger from a local brewery.

Equidistant to the Sierras and to the Pacific coast, beautiful Sacramento has something for everyone.

Check out our Community Partnerships Here :

Sacramento SPCA

Placer SPCA

Front Street Animal Shelter

Hospital Website

Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine starts with taking care of our associates! As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Benefits, Health & Well-Being

Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources).

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

Medical / dental / vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services.

Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave.

Student loan services to help with assessment and refinancing.

Professional Development

Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days.

WOOF University offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff.

VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting.

Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program.

Additional Benefits

Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets.

100% paid professional liability coverage.

100% paid life insurance.

100% paid short-term disability insurance.

Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists.

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $66,560 - $180K.

This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits : We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation / sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed.

It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at