Job Description
Who we are:
Associate Veterinarian – Best Friends Animal Clinic | Grass Valley, CA
Are you looking for a practice where you can build meaningful client relationships, work alongside a supportive team, and enjoy a true work-life balance? At Best Friends Animal Clinic, we are passionate about providing high-quality small animal care while fostering a collaborative, family-oriented culture for our team.
We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor practice in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Warm, welcoming small animal hospital with a cozy, country-style atmosphere
- Strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and community involvement
- Multi-doctor practice offering collaboration and case support
- Walk-ins and same-day urgent care appointments keep medicine interesting and rewarding
- Heavy focus on dentistry with opportunities to expand surgical and dental skills
- Recently updated hospital with:
- New flooring currently being installed
- Freshly painted exam rooms and surgery suite
- Excellent support staff including:
- 2–3 assistants per doctor
- 1 RVT on staff
- 3 team members with Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permits
- Doctors average approximately 15 patients per day with 30-minute appointment times
- Supportive mentorship environment for new graduates:
- Longer appointment times
- One-on-one surgical training
- Shadowing opportunities
- A genuinely positive culture where work-life balance is encouraged
- Team lunches
- Weekend hangouts and social gatherings
- Close-knit, hardworking animal lovers who support one another
Our Hospital Features
- 100% small animal practice
- Three exam rooms
- Dedicated surgery suite
- Ultrasound room
- Fully stocked pharmacy
- In-house laboratory diagnostics
- Ultrasound
- Digital x-ray
- Dental x-ray machine
- Preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care services
Schedule
- Ideal schedule:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
- 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Opportunity for 1–2 surgery days per week
- Flexible scheduling with 1–2 days off each week
Community Involvement
We are proud to support local rescue and community organizations including:
- Scooter Pals
- Sammie’s Animal Shelter
- Bully Rescue
What's in it for you:
- A pro-sal compensation model with an annual base salary of $130,000 - $160,000 (based on experience & schedule)
- Production bonus paid quarterly with no negative accrual
- Signing and/or relocation bonus available
- 401(k) contribution
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- CE allowance + CE PTO
- Professional dues and liability coverage
- Paid vacation + sick time
- Employee assistance program (EAP), growth opportunities, and so much more!
If you’re looking for a supportive team, quality medicine, and a community-focused practice where you can truly enjoy both your career and your life outside of work, we’d love to meet you!
Where we are:
Why Grass Valley?
Grass Valley offers the perfect combination of small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and rich California history.
Highlights of the area include:
- Beautiful Sierra Nevada foothill scenery
- Historic downtown filled with Victorian architecture
- Easy access to hiking, biking, camping, and fishing
- Nearby Empire Mine State Historic Park
- Scenic escapes along the South Yuba River
- Close proximity to Sacramento and Truckee for weekend adventures
- Community events like Cornish Christmas
- Relaxed country lifestyle with access to modern conveniences