Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals

$70K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in Michigan or ability to obtain
  • Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine and ethical practice

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats
  • Handle a diverse range of cases and emergency situations
  • Collaborate with team members to deliver world-class medicine
  • Educate clients about pet care and well-being
  • Participate in the hospital's health and well-being initiatives

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Innovative health and well-being resources
  • Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Generous employee pet discounts
Full Job Description
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian VCA Farmington Hills Animal Hospital. 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.

Schedule
  • Full-time position
  • Operational Hours: Mon 9 am - 7 pm, Tues-Wed 9 am - 6 pm, Thurs 8 am - 6 pm, Fri 8 am - 5:30 pm, Sat 8 am - 1 pm

Cases
  • Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
  • Diverse range of cases and emergency situations


Community
  • Exceptional Education: Home to the highly-rated Farmington Public School District, offering excellent academic opportunities for families.
  • Vibrant Recreation: Abundant parks (like Heritage Park with trails, splash pads), unique local attractions (Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum), and a state-of-the-art community center (The Hawk) provide diverse leisure options.
  • Family-Friendly Environment: The city boasts numerous family-oriented activities, community events, and a strong library system.
  • Engaging Community Life: Enjoy a lively atmosphere with events, markets, and cultural experiences, fostering a rich work-life balance.


Who do 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.
  • Medical Director stipend and Medical Director annual bonus
  • Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.


Health & Well-being
  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity 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 Michigan, 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 here: VCA Farmington Hills Animal Hospital

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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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