Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals

$80K — $120K *
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 CT, or the ability to obtain it
  • Commitment to the highest standard of medicine and veterinary ethics

Responsibilities

  • Provide general practice veterinary care for small animals, specifically dogs and cats
  • Perform dental procedures and surgeries, ideally 1-2 days a week
  • Utilize advanced diagnostic tools, including ultrasound and digital radiography
  • Collaborate with a team of veterinarians and support staff
  • Mentor students and new graduates as part of team culture
  • Participate in Urgent Care services as needed
  • Maintain accurate medical records using VCA's Scribe program

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Innovative wellness resources, including mental health support
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
  • Access to abundant CE opportunities through WOOF University
  • Generous employee pet discounts
Full Job Description
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Cromwell Animal 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 VCA Cromwell team

  • We have an experienced DVM team of 3 doctors and a good mix of experience within our support team.
  • The ability to focus on surgery within a GP practice!
  • Advanced diagnostic tools that include: ultrasound and full-digital radiography


  • Currently offer Urgent Care hours every other Saturday with plans for expansion with the right candidate


  • Access to VCA Scribe program for medical notes entry


  • Newly renovated facility in the center of Connecticut (20 minutes from Hartford, 30 minutes from New Haven, 2 hours from Boston)


  • We emphasize Hands Free radiology for the safety of our team.


  • Fear-free certified team members


  • AHAA accredited since 1980


  • Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship


Schedule

  • FT, flexible days, rotating Saturday (8am-1pm) schedule preferred


  • Ideal candidate would have experience (or interest) in dentistry & surgery (1-2 days a week)


Cases

  • Small animal general practice, feline & canine


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

  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.


  • 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 CT, or the ability to obtain


  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics


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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