Veterinarian - Fair Oaks, CA

Hazel Ridge Veterinary Clinic • Fair Oaks, CA

10d • $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hazel Ridge Veterinary Clinic, a small animal practice serving Fair Oaks, California for over 40 years, is seeking a part-time Associate Veterinarian. This role is for 2 days/20 hours per week and offers the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative and supportive environment. The clinic emphasizes compassionate care and exceptional medicine, treating clients and team members like family. It is suitable for both experienced veterinarians and early-career DVMs looking to grow. The practice combines a neighborhood feel with modern tools and support, featuring 30-minute appointments (40 minutes for complex cases), an average of 12-14 appointments per day, dedicated technician support for each veterinarian, and two experienced RVTs assisting on surgery days. The hospital is paperless, recently refreshed, and well-equipped with four exam rooms, a surgical suite, digital radiology, dental radiology, ultrasound capabilities, a treatment area, and separate dog, cat, and isolation wards. The clinic does not offer boarding or grooming, focusing solely on medical care. They partner with local specialists, including a cardiologist, board-certified surgeon, and radiologist, to provide advanced patient care and maintain continuity. The experienced and collaborative team values teamwork, communication, and a healthy work-life balance while delivering outstanding veterinary medicine. Hazel Ridge Veterinary Clinic is also committed to community involvement, partnering with organizations like River City Cat Rescue and Sierra Wildlife Rescue to support local rescue efforts.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
• Ability to practice high-quality medicine
• Willingness to work 2 days/20 hours per week
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance
• Ability to build client relationships
• Proficiency in utilizing paperless medical records

Nice To Haves

• Experienced veterinarian
• Early-career DVM looking to grow

Responsibilities

• Practice high-quality medicine
• Manage an average of 12-14 appointments per day
• Conduct 30-minute appointments (40 minutes for complex sick appointments)
• Build client relationships
• Practice thoughtful medicine
• Collaborate with an experienced support team
• Contribute to exceptional patient care
• Assist during surgery days (as needed)
• Utilize paperless medical records
• Partner with local specialists for advanced patient care when needed
• Support local rescue efforts through community involvement

Benefits

• Pro-sal compensation model
• Salary of $70,000+ (based on experience & schedule)
• Production bonus with no negative accrual
• CE allowance
• CE PTO
• Professional dues coverage
• Liability coverage
• Paid vacation
• Sick time
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree