Locum Veterinarian

4 weeks ago


Sacramento, United States Western Veterinary Partners Full time

Western Veterinary Partners is searching for experienced veterinarians to join our team in a regional locum DVM role.

We're hiring multiple locum veterinarians to support our hospitals throughout the state. Based on our current locations, locum DVMs will primarily serve hospitals in these areas:

  • San Francisco peninsula
  • Greater Sacramento
  • Butte and Shasta counties
  • Reno/Tahoe area - open to seasonal shifts
This is a full-time relief position that is perfect for doctors easily connect with diverse teams and would find fulfillment having a dynamic caseload.

We're looking to hire veterinarians who will easily adapt to each hospital's culture/needs and has hands-on experience in a small animal hospital. Large animal and exotic experience are a plus, but not required.

To be considered for the role, you must be a licensed DVM (or have the ability to become licensed) in California. Veterinarians who have 3+ years of clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

Get to know our hospitals:

Our California hospitals are well-established general practices that are dedicated to high standards of medicine and client care. While each of our locations are different, excellent doctor-to-doctor collaboration and a well utilized support staff are staples at them all.

San Francisco peninsula locations:
  • 2 sister hospitals within 6 miles of each other (with additional locations coming soon)
  • Multiple RVTs on staff
  • Small animal GP services
  • Both locations are multi-doctor clinics
  • Excellent support staff training process
  • Beautiful location with mature trees and committed client base
Greater Sacramento locations:
  • 2 Elk Grove locations within 5 miles of each other (Sacramento location coming soon)
  • Multiple RVTs on staff
  • Small animal and exotic medicine
  • Both locations are multi-doctor clinics
  • Highly rated locations in the community
  • Longstanding clientele
  • GP and advanced procedures (including orthopedics)
Butte and Shasta counties:
  • 2 locations located in Bella Vista and Chico (under 1.5 hours apart)
  • Small and mixed animal medicine (~25% large animal)
  • Both locations are multi-doctor clinics
  • Multiple RVTs on staff
  • Paperless PMS (Cornerstone)
  • Great community reputations (nearly 5 star ratings)
  • GP and advanced services (including equine dentistry, emergencies, and alternative medicine)
WVP is committed to retaining excellent doctors and has established a competitive benefits program that focuses on work/life balance and allows our team to live a life of adventure.

Full-time benefits include:
  • Generous compensation DOE
  • $100,000 bonus program
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Flexible work schedule
  • 3 weeks PTO with rollover
  • No emergency or on-call hours
  • Annual CE allowance with days to attend
  • Paid parental leave/bonding time
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Paid license renewal fees and membership dues
  • AVMA PLIT coverage
  • Investment in your interests (annual passes, charity donation, gym membership, etc.)
  • Thought-partnership with a talented Medical Advisory Board
  • Plus much more


If a varied caseload and opportunity to connect with multiple teams sounds like a dream, connect today to learn more about our hospitals and how you'll be incorporated into their teams

Western Veterinary Partners is a people-centric veterinary support organization. Our mission is to improve the lives of veterinarians, and help them grow professionally and personally, while providing a supportive environment for team members, families, and their pets. We have several locations throughout the U.S. that are committed to client education and vary between single-doctor and multi-doctor practices.