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Job description
Lathrop Veterinary Center has the opportunity to add a Veterinarian to our team! Offering up to a $50,000 Sign-On Bonus.
Lathrop Veterinary Center is the first vet hospital in the city of Lathrop, CA. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility was built in 2008, houses modern equipment, and has amazing staff and doctors. Lathrop is currently a growing community, evident by the large new pet‑friendly apartment building recently built next door. Opportunity for business growth is huge as well as the chance to enjoy living within an appealing area offering a more reasonable cost of living.
Compensation/Additional Benefits
Very competitive compensation model , base salary plus 22% production, bonus structure; complete benefits. Up to a $50,000 Sign‑On Bonus
Full‑time salary ranges from $120,000–170,000 , based on experience.
Part‑time salary is negotiable, range begins at $70,000 depending on experience and schedule.
Professional dues/licensing expenses and CE allowance.
Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) with an employer match.
4 weeks vacation time as mentioned above with ability to receive an additional 4‑week paid sabbatical for all full‑time doctors.
What does the perfect fit for our team look like?
New Grad Doctor OR an Experienced Doctor seeking to join a practice with a strong and supportive team approach.
Open to Full‑Time or Part‑Time scheduling.
About our hospital
Small animal GP/Urgent Care hybrid, fast‑paced
Roughly 70% dogs, 30% cats; some exotics/pocket pets (not required if you don’t want to)
Scheduling focused on a healthy work life balance:
4 weeks vacation (for full‑time doctors) in addition to holidays & CE days
4 weeks PAID sabbatical for every 5 years of service
No late nights – doctors usually arrive around 8 a.m. and leave by 6 p.m.
We’re closed from 12–1:30 p.m. for lunch & catch‑up
Diverse surgeries – lots of soft tissue (but we refer out things like ortho)
Comprehensive and up‑to‑date facility:
5 total exam rooms (includes 1 comfort room for euthanasia)
1 surgical suite
Dentistry table, 3 treatment tables
Digital dental and radiology
Capability for oxygen cages
Full boarding facility – cats & dogs
Annual CapEx dollars allocated for hardware and equipment. Talk to us about what you’d like to have!
Full spectrum of clientele
Scrubs provided
Strong mentorship – new grads or experienced doctors welcome!
Altruistic – we work with kitten rescues, guide dogs, sheriff K9s, Pets & Pals, etc.
Who we are looking for
Candidate must be a graduate from an AVMA‑accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program
Licensure in good standing
To learn more about us, head on over to our website linked here. You can also email to schedule a call.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we’re committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Worksite address
lathrop, CA, 95330, US
Who can apply
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