VCA Antech

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Antech$66K — $180K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM degree from an accredited veterinary college
  • Valid California veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
  • Commitment to high-standard veterinary practice
  • Strong ethical judgment in veterinary medicine
  • Effective communication skills for client and team interactions

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive healthcare for canine and feline patients
  • Utilize advanced technology for diagnostics and treatments
  • Collaborate with a dedicated and experienced veterinary team
  • Participate in community outreach and support efforts
  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

  • Innovative health and well-being support, including Headspace app
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick days
  • Continuing education allowance with additional paid days
  • Access to a robust Clinical Studies program
Full Job Description
Introduction

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Butte-Oroville 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 team
  • Comprehensive Care: Our full-service small animal hospital offers advanced diagnostics and procedures, including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, and orthopedic surgeries.
  • Experienced Team: Join a dedicated team featuring one long-term full-time doctor, one long-term part-time doctor, and a tenured support staff, including an RVT. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional medicine and client service.
  • Hands-free radiology
  • We actively support our community, including contributions to ROP, Yuba College Veterinary Technology Program, NWSPCA, and Butte County Animal Control.
  • Charming Location: Located in Oroville, CA, enjoy small-town charm with access to Northern California's outdoor adventures. Explore Lake Oroville's camping, fishing, hiking, and biking, or enjoy hunting in nearby areas. Centrally located, we are 20 minutes from Chico, 90 minutes from Sacramento, and within a few hours of Lake Tahoe, the California coast, and Napa.
  • Affordable Living: Oroville offers a high quality of life with an affordable cost of living. Learn more about the area: Explore Butte County.


Schedule
  • Full-time schedule with no after-hours services.
  • Hours of Operation- Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm | Sat - Sun: Closed


Cases
  • Canine and feline


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 $66,560 - $180K.
  • 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).

About VCA Antech

VCA Antech is a leading provider of veterinary services in the United States and Canada. The company operates over 1,000 animal hospitals and diagnostic laboratories, offering a wide range of services including general medical care, surgery, and emergency care. VCA Antech is committed to providing high-quality care to pets and their owners, and has received numerous awards for its service and expertise. The company also operates a network of pet adoption centers, helping to find homes for thousands of animals each year. VCA Antech was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Learn more about VCA Antech
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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