New Grad Veterinarian

About the Role

Insight Veterinary Wellness Center is seeking a New Graduate Veterinarian to join their experienced, collaborative team in El Dorado Hills, CA. This role offers a six-month mentorship program designed to build clinical confidence and practical skills. Insight combines primary care, 24/7 emergency services, and rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Transition from veterinary student to practicing veterinarian with guidance from experienced colleagues.
• Participate in a six-month structured mentorship program focused on developing clinical decision-making.
• Gradually increase responsibility, build caseload, and develop independence.
• Learn from experienced veterinarians, RVTs, and veterinary assistants.
• Manage a varied primary care caseload, including preventive care, medical consultations, diagnostics, client communication, dentistry, and surgery.
• Gain exposure to emergency and rehabilitation medicine.
• Utilize advanced tools such as digital radiology, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, two operating rooms, and a dedicated dental suite.
• Engage in a community-driven culture, including a Canine Blood Donor Program.
• Contribute to a team grounded in shared values: working together, staying curious, speaking up, and seeking better ways to care for pets, support clients, and help one another.

Mentorship Program Focus Areas

• Clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and treatment planning.
• Clear, compassionate client communication.
• Case organization, prioritization, and continuity of care.
• Surgical and dental skills appropriate to experience.
• Recognizing when to seek guidance and utilizing available expertise.
• Reflecting on progress and identifying development goals.
• Development will be supported through case discussions, feedback, and learning alongside experienced clinicians.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• California veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one before starting clinical practice.
• Digital radiology
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory
• Two operating rooms
• Dedicated dental suite

Qualifications

• A recent DVM graduate.
• Curiosity, a willingness to learn, and openness to feedback.
• A thoughtful, compassionate approach to patients and clients.
• Strong communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset.

Compensation & Benefits

• $140,000 to $160,000 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.
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts.
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, family support services).
• Free access to VetFolio.
• Company provided access to Calm app and Talkspace therapy services.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Consistent growth opportunities.
• Annual engagement surveys.
• Annual event to celebrate and recognize teams.

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