Veterinarian (Feline Only)

Civic FelineQualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Clinic in Walnut Creek, CA seeks an Associate DVM to join our thrivingpractice.Our staff is looking for the right personality to joinour 6-doctor practice full-time in fulfilling our ongoing mission of helpingcats live longer, happier, healthier lives from nose to tail and womb totomb.We believe, profoundly, that ourfeline companions are unique animals with distinctive needs and that it is bothour obligation and our privilege to provide all diagnostic, medical andsurgical procedures in a manner that minimizes distress, anxiety, discomfortand suffering.With cat-friendly andfear-free approaches we advocate, passionately, preventative and therapeuticcare as true partners in the ongoing well-being of our community's cats.From the color of paint on our walls to thescents in the air, from the way we welcome cats into our homes to the way wesay goodbye at the end of a life well-lived, Civic Feline Clinic focusesuncompromisingly on providing the finest possible feline care.Please join us in making the most of theirnine lives, each and every day!Competitive pay from $120,000 - $160,000 base salary with production bonus opportunity. Base salary is dependent on experience and schedule. Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision and more offered.We are committed to providing optimal care to our felinefriends and to our clients.Our staff isfriendly, compassionate and dedicated to the continual betterment of ourcat-management skills.That our averagelength of employment is just over 10 years, is a clear testament to ourpositive workplace environment, commitment to long-term employee development,and cultivation of our loyal, engaged clientele.We offer a generous compensation packagecustomized to your individual priorities regarding continuing education,professional development and healthy work/life balance.This is an excellent opportunity for acolleague already passionate about cats, or for one eager to learn the nuanceand complexity of feline medicine.Weenthusiastically encourage new graduates to apply and will provide strongmentorship from experienced feline practitioners.About OurHospital:Our comfortable, well-equipped facility includes:·Multiple exam rooms supported by a largetreatment area with busy dentistry station, including digital dentalradiography;·Digital radiography and brand-new Quattroultrasonography;·Large, well-appointed surgical suite withcontemporary monitors and supportive equipment;·Doppler and PetMap blood pressure monitors;·Support staff with multiple years of employmenttrained specifically in feline handling;·Ready access to several emergency clinics andlocal veterinary specialists for referral and after-hours support;·Separate hospitalization areas and boardingfacilities with luxury cat suites;·Close to UC Davis for additional referral andcontinuing education opportunities;·Strong, experienced hospital leadership andmanagement developing and advancing organizational objectives.About WalnutCreek, CA:Walnut Creek is a beautiful area in the East Bay of NorthernCalifornia, convenient to San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, and San Jose.Situated in the shadow of scenic MountDiablo, the city itself offers multiple outdoor activities, as well asworld-class shopping and fine dining.The city provides convenient public transportation (BART), ready freewayaccess to the rest of the Bay Area, and proximity to three major internationalairports. Among its numerous attractions are successful professional sportsfranchises including baseball, football, basketball, hockey and soccer,collegiate sports anchored by Berkeley and Stanford, and numerous culturalopportunities.Snow sports, outdoorrecreation and camping are close; particularly popular are the stunning LakeTahoe and Mount Lassen areas, just a few hours away.The unparalleled Napa and Sonoma wineries ofCalifornia are reached by a short 45-minute drive for an afternoon of winetasting or an extended weekend away.Job Summary:Our associate veterinarians are invaluable members of our hospital team, who workdirectly with the Managing Veterinarian, Hospital Manager and supportstaff.This team member advances thequality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional service to bothclients and patients.Specific jobresponsibilities include:·Building long-term, sustainable relationshipswith clients as partners in their cats' lifelong care;·Performing physical examinations and diagnostic,medical, surgical and dental procedures that deliver the highest quality careusing cat-friendly and fear-free practices to minimize patient stress anddiscomfort;·Communicating with and educating clients ontopics including diagnoses, treatment plans, preventative health care, andnutritional needs;·Maintaining accurate medical records andensuring all necessary logs are kept accurate and up-to-date throughestablished protocols;·Remaining current on contemporary medicalinformation and changes in feline veterinary medicine;·Assisting in the development of theparaprofessional team to ensure delivery of the finest care and exceptionalclient service;·Presenting a positive image of the hospital tothe professional community and to the general public.Equal Opportunity Employment: It is the policy of thecompany to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employeesregardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.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 401k 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. xijylhu 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.

Created: 2026-02-24