About this role

As an Associate Veterinarian, your days will be defined by the depth and nuance that feline medicine demands. This isn’t a role where cats are an afterthought on a mixed-species schedule. Every case on your table is feline, and every colleague around you shares that same singular focus.

Your clinical work will span the full scope of feline care:

• Comprehensive physical examinations using cat-friendly and fear-free protocols to minimize patient stress from the moment they arrive.
• Diagnostic workups using digital radiography, ultrasonography, and in-house dental imaging to build complete clinical pictures.
• Medical and surgical case management, from routine wellness through complex diagnostics and dental procedures, with the satisfaction of following cases through to resolution.
• Client partnership, educating and guiding cat owners through diagnoses, treatment plans, preventive care, and nutritional guidance as a trusted long-term advisor.
• Collaborative development of the support team, helping to raise the standard of care and client experience across the hospital.

You’ll be backed by support staff trained specifically in feline handling, many of whom have been with the practice for over a decade. This is a team that anticipates your needs and shares your commitment to minimizing patient stress at every touchpoint.

About you

You’re a veterinarian who finds genuine fulfillment in the complexity and subtlety of feline medicine. Maybe you’ve spent years refining your feline skills and you’re ready for a practice that matches your dedication. Or maybe you’re a newer graduate who has always gravitated toward cats and wants to learn from a team that has made feline care their life’s work. We enthusiastically welcome new grads and will pair you with experienced feline practitioners who are invested in your clinical development from day one.

You bring strong clinical instincts across diagnostics, surgery, and internal medicine, and you’re energized by the challenge of patients who don’t always make it easy. You communicate with clarity and empathy, understanding that behind every cat is an owner who needs to feel heard and informed. You’re a natural collaborator who lifts the people around you and contributes to a culture of mutual respect and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re experienced or early-career, what matters most is your commitment to practicing thoughtful, patient-centered medicine in an environment built entirely around the species you care about most.

You hold a DVM (or equivalent) and an active California veterinary license, or the ability to obtain one prior to your start date.

Our offer

• Base Salary: $120,000 to $160,000 annually, based on experience and schedule.
• Production Bonus: Additional earnings through a production-based incentive structure.
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Continuing Education: A dedicated CE budget tailored to your specialty interests and professional development goals.
• Work-Life Balance: A schedule designed to support your well-being alongside your clinical career.
• Mentorship: For newer graduates, structured guidance from experienced feline practitioners who are invested in your growth.
• Career Pathways: Access to NVA’s broader network for leadership development, mentorship, and long-term career progression.

We’re also happy to explore other remuneration alternatives that may better suit your individual needs, which we’ll discuss as our relationship develops.