‹ Back to search results

Veterinarian

J926517 Chico California USD180K / Year

An exciting opportunity is available for a Veterinarian in Chico, CA, joining a busy 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital managing a diverse range of urgent, complex and referral cases.

This is an excellent environment for a veterinarian looking to strengthen their skills in emergency medicine, advanced diagnostics and complex case management while working alongside board-certified specialists and an experienced technical team. Doctors benefit from access to CT, ultrasound, endoscopy and advanced monitoring alongside a collaborative, learning-focused culture.

The Hospital

This regional emergency and specialty center provides 24/7 emergency and critical care alongside multidisciplinary specialty services. The hospital is structured to encourage collaboration between emergency clinicians, specialists and technical teams, allowing complex cases to be managed with coordinated input across multiple disciplines.

Clinical teams are supported by Registered Veterinary Technicians, technician supervisors, veterinary assistants, referral coordinators, administrative professionals and dedicated overnight staff, helping doctors focus their time on clinical decision-making and patient care.

Specialty services, equipment and clinical capabilities include:
•24/7 emergency and critical care
•Emergency triage and stabilization
•Management of complex and high-acuity cases
•Inpatient and outpatient care
•Regional referral case management
•Cardiology
•Internal medicine
•Surgery
•Diagnostic imaging
•Emergency and critical care
•CT imaging
•Diagnostic ultrasound
•Digital diagnostic radiography
•Echocardiography
•Endoscopy
•ECG monitoring
•Blood transfusion capabilities
•Advanced patient monitoring
•Comprehensive laboratory diagnostics
•Anesthesia and procedural support
•Multimodal pain management
•Collaborative specialist consultations
•Registered Veterinary Technician support
•Veterinary assistant support
•Dedicated overnight support
•Referral coordination
•Medical rounds
•Collaborative case discussion
•Structured mentorship
•Continuing education support
The multidisciplinary structure provides veterinarians with regular exposure to cardiology, internal medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging and emergency and critical care, creating excellent opportunities to develop clinical knowledge while managing cases alongside experienced specialists.
Advanced diagnostic capabilities including CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, echocardiography and endoscopy allow complex cases to be investigated efficiently without routinely transferring patients elsewhere for advanced diagnostics.

Benefits

•Compensation up to $180,000
•Medical, dental and vision insurance
•401(k) retirement plan with company match
•Paid time off
•Paid holidays
•Paid parental leave
•Continuing education allowance
•Dedicated CE time
•California veterinary license reimbursement
•DEA registration reimbursement
•Professional association dues covered
•Professional liability coverage
•Mental health and wellbeing resources
•Employee pet care discounts
•Relocation assistance considered
•Structured mentorship
•Continuing professional development
•Access to multidisciplinary specialty expertise

Chico, CA

Chico combines the energy of a Northern California university city with exceptional access to outdoor recreation. Its walkable downtown offers restaurants, cafes, independent businesses, arts and entertainment, while California State University, Chico contributes to the area's active cultural and academic community.

One of the city's biggest attractions is Bidwell Park, an extensive urban park offering miles of trails, cycling routes and natural swimming areas. Beyond the city, the Sierra Nevada foothills, Lake Oroville and surrounding Northern California countryside provide plenty of opportunities for hiking, boating, camping and weekend trips.

Chico also offers a more manageable pace of life than many larger California cities while maintaining convenient regional connections. Sacramento is accessible for additional entertainment and travel options, making Chico an appealing choice for veterinarians seeking career development, outdoor living and a strong sense of community.

#IND-FS-2
J926517

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k