Clinical Veterinarian - Sacramento, CA

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Clinical Veterinarian in Sacramento, California. This is a full-time permanent position at a nationally recognized preclinical research center specializing in nonhuman primate (NHP) studies.

We are seeking a Clinical Veterinarian to join a growing research facility that began as a CDC quarantine center and has since evolved into a center of excellence for early discovery biopharmaceutical research. This facility focuses on non-GLP, general therapy, early discovery studies, and model development using nonhuman primates. The work environment is collaborative and flexible, with a team of approximately 35 employees and access to a national network of large animal research sites.

Position Details:

Job Title: Clinical Veterinarian

Location: Sacramento, California

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, with on-call rotation

Employment Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

Provide veterinary medical, surgical, dental, and imaging services

Lead care for complex medical cases and consult with study directors on procedures

Participate in protocol development and preventive medicine programs

Train and supervise staff on technical procedures and humane animal care

Maintain regulatory compliance and serve as a resource for IACUC protocols

Assist in development of animal models and scientific research strategy

Select animals for research protocols based on study requirements

Support SOP development related to veterinary and colony health

Conduct training in husbandry, veterinary care, safety, and emergency protocols

Provide after-hours emergency veterinary coverage as needed

Author scientific publications and represent the facility at industry conferences

Requirements:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited institution

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in clinical veterinary medicine

Willingness to work with nonhuman primates (NHPs); prior NHP experience is a plus

Active veterinary license in at least one U.S. state

Must obtain California veterinary license within one year of hire

For graduates of non-AVMA accredited veterinary schools: ECFVG certification required

DACLAM certification is a plus, but not required (support provided for exam preparation)

Benefits:

Continuing education support, including study materials, exam cost reimbursement, and flexible study time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Travel support to attend scientific and industry conferences

Access to national network of large animal research collaborators