Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Animal Care Clinic 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- Well-appointed hospital: 8 exam rooms, treatment area, dental and surgery suites.
- Advanced Diagnostics: In-house lab (Chemistries, Electrolytes, CBC) and access to Antech for additional diagnostics.
- Cutting-edge technology: In-house ultrasound, digital radiographs, and digital dental radiographs.
- Expert Consultation: Send digital radiographs to Board Certified Radiologists for expert opinions.
- Surgical Support: Cardell monitors, pulse ox, blood pressure monitoring, and advanced surgical care capabilities.
- Additional Services: Full boarding facility, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), full pharmacy, and grooming salon.
- Efficient Care: Computers in every exam room for streamlined patient care.
- Community Impact: Strong collaboration with local rescue groups.
- Hands-free radiology
- Fear-Free Practice
- Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship
Schedule- Full-Time, Part-Time, Rotating
- Open 6 days a week
- Rotating Saturday on-call (if Saturday DVM is unavailable)
- Flexible scheduling with 3/12 shifts
- No Sunday hours, but plans to extend hours soon
Cases - Patient Mix: Primarily cats and dogs, with a focus on urgent care and interesting surgery cases.
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 RewardsAs 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.
- Sign-on bonus of up to $25k.
- 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
Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)
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).
