Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals

$150K — $200K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in California or ability to obtain
  • Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics

Responsibilities

  • Provide top-notch care for canine and feline patients
  • Collaborate with a team of experienced veterinarians and support staff
  • Utilize advanced technologies like hands-free radiology
  • Engage in mentorship and teaching for newer graduates
  • Participate in continuing education opportunities

Benefits

  • Access to innovative health and well-being resources
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid CE Days
  • Generous employee pet discounts
Full Job Description
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Madera Pet Hospital and you'll quickly discover that you're well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You'll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why join the team
  • Bustling small animal practice with a stellar reputation for top-notch patient care.
  • Collaborative environment with a team of newer graduates and seasoned professionals, including five doctors with over two decades of experience.
  • Strong leadership support from our Medical Director, Hospital Manager, and Technician Supervisor.
  • Hands-free radiology
  • Located in picturesque Corte Madera, near outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, golfing, and water sports.
  • Close to Sonoma and Napa's renowned vineyards for endless exploration opportunities.
  • Watch our hospital video to learn more about our team, values, and the care we provide to our patients
  • Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship


Schedule
  • Flexible full-time schedule: 3-4 days per week, including 2-3 weekend days per month, with work-life balance a priority.
  • Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM-5:30 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | Sunday: Closed

Cases
  • Canine and feline only


Who we look for
  • People obsessed with pets and their care
  • Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
  • Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
  • Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
  • Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust


Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation
  • The annual salary range for this position is $150k - $200K.
  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.


Health & Well-being
  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
  • Paid parental, vacation and sick leave


Professional Development
  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
  • WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
  • Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program


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Qualifications
  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in CA, or the ability to obtain
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics


Learn more about the hospital [Link to hospital website]

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

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