VCA Antech

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Antech$130K — $170K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
  • Active veterinary license in California
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in small animal practices, ideally 1-3 years
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
  • Willingness to serve diverse clientele and community needs
  • Interest in/or experience with exotic animals is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animal patients
  • Conduct thorough examinations and diagnostics
  • Administer vaccinations and preventative care
  • Participate in team meetings and staff collaboration
  • Mentor and guide less experienced staff as needed
  • Engage with clients to discuss treatment plans and pet health
  • Potentially handle orthopedic procedures if experienced

Benefits

  • Non-Compete Agreement not required
  • Competitive compensation ranging from $130K to $170K
  • Retention bonus available
  • 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually
  • Five paid holidays per year
  • Medical insurance coverage offered
  • Simple 401K plan with 3% employer match
  • Continuing education allowance of $2500 every two years
  • Coverage for paid licenses, memberships, and renewals
  • Opportunity for mentoring new graduates
Full Job Description
Associate Veterinarian We are searching for an Associate Veterinarian to join the team at a Small Animal General independently owned veterinary practice. PRACTICE HIGHLIGHTS You would be joining a collaborative team of doctors: List number of doctors - Three total doctors including one owner • Compensation $120K - $150K based on experience • PTO - 80 hours plus five paid holidays • Non-compete not required • Support staff ratio 4 to 1 ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Doctor schedule: 10-7 with one hour lunch usually 2:00-3:00 Appointment schedule - typically 20 minutes PTO - 80 hours, plus five paid holiday Week-ends - Sat: 10-7 and Sun: 9-4:30 Overnights - none On-call - none ABOUT THE TEAM Support to doctor ratio 4 - 1 Team meetings - once a month Environment - collaborative, supportive Culture - collaborative/supportive/open door ABOUT THE PRACTICE Location: Pomona is a city in eastern Los Angeles County, California, United States. Pomona is located in the Pomona Valley, between the Inland Empire and the San Gabriel Valley. Living in Pomona offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Pomona there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Pomona and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Pomona are above average. Services: High quality low cost spay/neuter and vaccine clinics to support community pets Facility - Remodeled about four years ago. Planning small update this year Equipment - Digital X-ray, Ultrasound, IDEXX lab equipment Additional Services Offered - willing to consider exotic doctor, if experienced. Also, willing to consider those who enjoy orthopedic procedures as long as they are experienced and do not need mentoring. BENEFITS: Non-Compete NOT Required Compensation $130K - $170K DOE Bonus: Retention Vacation: 80 hours Holidays - 5 paid Insurance - medical 401K Simple 3% match CE Allowance - $2500.00 every two years Paid Licenses, Memberships, and Renewals include: Malpractice insurance Mentoring Program - doctors can mentor a new grad. HOW TO APPLY: If this sounds like an environment where you would thrive and grow, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume or CV to [redacted]. We will not share your info with anyone outside of our team without your permission. All inquiries are confidential. If this doesnt sound like a good match for you at this time, let us know what would entice you to consider a change and we can see what we have that matches your requirements. And, if you are delighted with your current situation, but know someone who would be interested, please introduce them to us. We love referrals and have an amazing Rewards Program that pays a cash reward direct to you if we place your referral in an open position!

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.
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Size
20,000 employees
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Founded
1986

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