Associate Veterinarian

Sun Valley Pet Hospital | Concord/Pleasant Hill, CA

At Sun Valley Pet Hospital, we believe pets and people deserve better care.

We’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced, collaborative team in the Concord/Pleasant Hill community. You’ll enjoy a varied primary care caseload, build trusted relationships with a loyal client base and work alongside colleagues who support one another through busy days, clinical challenges and shared successes.

Our hospital combines compassionate medicine with responsive care, making room for urgent appointments when our clients and their pets need us.

And that support goes further. As part of VetnCare, you’ll be connected to experienced clinicians, shared expertise and a dedicated Community Support Team, giving you more resources to focus on your patients and build a rewarding, sustainable career

What You Can Expect at Sun Valley:

• A varied, busy primary care caseload, suited to a veterinarian who enjoys clinical variety, a diverse client base and a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible scheduling options, within a hospital open seven days a week, with your working pattern agreed around the needs of the role and team.
• Tools that support confident clinical decisions, including in-house diagnostics, CardioPet, digital radiography and a dedicated surgery suite.
• A responsive approach to care, with opportunities to assess urgent cases alongside scheduled appointments.
• Opportunities to discover your potential, through mentorship, continuing education, shared expertise and access to clinical and leadership development across VetnCare.
• A community-focused culture, built on longstanding client relationships, clear communication and compassionate care.
• A team grounded in shared values, celebrating wins, supporting one another through challenges and sharing knowledge across experience levels.
• Time to connect as colleagues, whether through team lunches at the hospital or exploring restaurants nearby.

• A team grounded in shared values, working together, staying curious, speaking up, and looking for better ways to care for pets, support clients, and help one another.

What Better Care means for you:

• $160,000 to $180,000 base salary plus uncapped production bonus with no negative accrual
• Sign-on bonus and relocation support for qualified candidates
• Annual CE allowance plus paid CE time
• Generous discounts on care for all teammate pets *exclusions apply + free clinical exams🐾
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs 
• Free access to VetFolio
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones.
• Company provided access to Calm app and Talkspace therapy services
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies
• Annual event to celebrate and recognize our wonderful teams 🎉

The right fit:

• A DVM or equivalent veterinary qualification, with a California veterinary license or eligibility for licensure.
• General practice experience and confidence managing a varied caseload.
• Strong client communication skills and a commitment to building lasting relationships.
• A thoughtful, compassionate approach to scheduled and urgent care.
• A collaborative mindset, with a willingness to share knowledge and learn from colleagues.
• An interest in contributing to a supportive team and the long-term success of the hospital.

About VetnCare

VetnCare is a community of veterinary hospitals across Northern California, united by a shared belief that pets and people deserve better care.

Each of our hospitals is uniquely rooted in its local community, and we believe in preserving and strengthening what makes each one special. Together, they are connected by shared clinical expertise, resources, and a commitment to high standards of care.

This connected approach expands access to expertise and advanced care for pets and their families, while giving veterinary professionals the support, collaboration, and opportunities they need to do their best work.

Together, we’re bringing better care to pets and people.

**Some benefits are available exclusively to full-time team members**