
Lead Urgent Care Veterinarian- Privately Owned 9 Doctor Practice
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Lead Urgent Care Veterinarian – Davies Animal Medical Hospital | Yuba City, CA
Location: Yuba City, CA (easy drive from Sacramento & Chico). Position Type: Full-time | Urgent Care Leadership Role. Experience Level: Experienced Veterinarians (Leadership Opportunity).
Step Into Leadership. Elevate Urgent Care.
Are you ready to lead, mentor, and shape the future of urgent care medicine? Davies Animal Medical Hospital is seeking a Lead Urgent Care Veterinarian to guide and grow our expanding GP/urgent care service within our privately owned, 9‑doctor hospital.
Join us in our brand-new, 16 exam room state‑of‑the‑art facility, where advanced medicine meets a collaborative, supportive culture. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a growing service while enjoying true work‑life balance.
About Us
For over 35 years, Davies Animal Medical Hospital has been a trusted, community‑focused, privately owned practice in Yuba City. Our team of 9 doctors and 60+ staff provide comprehensive care—from wellness to urgent and emergency cases.
We are proud to be consistently voted “Best Veterinary Practice” in Yuba City.
Your Role as Lead Urgent Care Veterinarian
Lead and develop our urgent care service
Mentor and support fellow veterinarians, support staff and students
Manage and oversee urgent and same‑day cases
Help shape protocols, workflow, and clinical excellence
Drive a culture of efficiency, compassion, and high‑quality medicine
Why You’ll Love This Role
Leadership Opportunity and training
Influence hospital growth and medical standards
Advanced Medicine & Support
Digital radiography, ultrasound, full IDEXX in‑house lab
Cloud‑based EMR with AI (ScribbleVet) + live scribes
Strong 6:1 staff‑to‑doctor ratio
Expanding Facility
16 exam rooms
2 surgical suites
Dental suite
Multiple ICU areas
Laser and PRP
Work‑Life Balance
Flexible scheduling: 4 x 10 hrs with a 2‑week rotation schedule to maximize your time off
Dedicated support team so you can focus on medicine—not paperwork
Lifestyle Perks
Lower cost of living
Close to Sacramento, Chico, Lake Tahoe, and Napa Valley
What We’re Looking For
DVM/VMD (or equivalent) + eligible for California licensure
Strong experience in urgent care or emergency medicine
Passion for leadership, mentorship, and team development
Confidence in handling a fast‑paced, diverse caseload
Commitment to high‑quality medicine and client communication
Love of surgery, teaching and jumping in is a must!
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $180,000 – $225,000+ (DOE)
Production Bonus – Potential up to $300K+
Quarterly Mentor/ Lead Bonus
Sign‑On Bonus – Highly Competitive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
CE allowance + Vacation with separate sick time Equivalent to 1 month+
Licensing, dues, and uniform reimbursement
DoorDash benefit for busy shifts
Flexible scheduling
Leadership growth opportunities
Ready to Lead?
If you’re an experienced veterinarian ready to step into a high‑impact leadership role in urgent care, we want to meet you.
Send your CV to: Manager@daviesanimalhospital.com
Davies Animal Medical Hospital
Proudly serving pets and people for over 35 years.
DVM degree from an AVMA accredited university and current veterinary license in California.
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Location: Yuba City, CA (easy drive from Sacramento & Chico). Position Type: Full-time | Urgent Care Leadership Role. Experience Level: Experienced Veterinarians (Leadership Opportunity).
Step Into Leadership. Elevate Urgent Care.
Are you ready to lead, mentor, and shape the future of urgent care medicine? Davies Animal Medical Hospital is seeking a Lead Urgent Care Veterinarian to guide and grow our expanding GP/urgent care service within our privately owned, 9‑doctor hospital.
Join us in our brand-new, 16 exam room state‑of‑the‑art facility, where advanced medicine meets a collaborative, supportive culture. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a growing service while enjoying true work‑life balance.
About Us
For over 35 years, Davies Animal Medical Hospital has been a trusted, community‑focused, privately owned practice in Yuba City. Our team of 9 doctors and 60+ staff provide comprehensive care—from wellness to urgent and emergency cases.
We are proud to be consistently voted “Best Veterinary Practice” in Yuba City.
Your Role as Lead Urgent Care Veterinarian
Lead and develop our urgent care service
Mentor and support fellow veterinarians, support staff and students
Manage and oversee urgent and same‑day cases
Help shape protocols, workflow, and clinical excellence
Drive a culture of efficiency, compassion, and high‑quality medicine
Why You’ll Love This Role
Leadership Opportunity and training
Influence hospital growth and medical standards
Advanced Medicine & Support
Digital radiography, ultrasound, full IDEXX in‑house lab
Cloud‑based EMR with AI (ScribbleVet) + live scribes
Strong 6:1 staff‑to‑doctor ratio
Expanding Facility
16 exam rooms
2 surgical suites
Dental suite
Multiple ICU areas
Laser and PRP
Work‑Life Balance
Flexible scheduling: 4 x 10 hrs with a 2‑week rotation schedule to maximize your time off
Dedicated support team so you can focus on medicine—not paperwork
Lifestyle Perks
Lower cost of living
Close to Sacramento, Chico, Lake Tahoe, and Napa Valley
What We’re Looking For
DVM/VMD (or equivalent) + eligible for California licensure
Strong experience in urgent care or emergency medicine
Passion for leadership, mentorship, and team development
Confidence in handling a fast‑paced, diverse caseload
Commitment to high‑quality medicine and client communication
Love of surgery, teaching and jumping in is a must!
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $180,000 – $225,000+ (DOE)
Production Bonus – Potential up to $300K+
Quarterly Mentor/ Lead Bonus
Sign‑On Bonus – Highly Competitive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
CE allowance + Vacation with separate sick time Equivalent to 1 month+
Licensing, dues, and uniform reimbursement
DoorDash benefit for busy shifts
Flexible scheduling
Leadership growth opportunities
Ready to Lead?
If you’re an experienced veterinarian ready to step into a high‑impact leadership role in urgent care, we want to meet you.
Send your CV to: Manager@daviesanimalhospital.com
Davies Animal Medical Hospital
Proudly serving pets and people for over 35 years.
DVM degree from an AVMA accredited university and current veterinary license in California.
#J-18808-Ljbffr