Banfield Pet Hospital

Criticalist

Banfield Pet Hospital$150K — $230K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in (state) or ability to obtain
  • Commitment to high medical standards and veterinary ethics

Responsibilities

  • Provide world-class veterinary critical care
  • Collaborate with a skilled team of veterinarians and technicians
  • Teach and mentor junior staff and interns
  • Develop strong client relationships based on trust
  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Access to mental health resources and wellness tools
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid CE Days
  • Employee pet discounts
  • Opportunities for participation in clinical studies program
Full Job Description

Join us as a board-certified or residency-trained Criticalist at VCA Alameda East Veterinary 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.

Schedule

  • Full or part-time availability

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

Learn more about the hospital !  

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, 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. The salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.  
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. 
  • The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 to $230,000

Health & Well-being 

  • Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health) 
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
  • 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  (open link in new window)

To be considered for this position, please apply by: September 8th, 2026

For more information about this position, please contact Kristen Hreczan, Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at or 704-351-0221.  

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 to $230,000. This position is also eligible for production/commission and other variable pay programs.

Qualifications

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

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 Banfield Pet Hospital

Banfield Pet Hospital is a veterinary hospital chain that provides high-quality, affordable veterinary care to pets across the United States. Banfield Pet Hospital was founded in 1955 and has since grown to become the largest veterinary hospital chain in the world, with over 1,000 hospitals in the United States and Puerto Rico. Banfield Pet Hospital is committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to pets and their owners, and offers a wide range of services, including preventive care, surgery, and emergency care. Banfield Pet Hospital is a subsidiary of Mars, Incorporated, a global food, confectionery, and pet care company.
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