Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Hamburg. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside skilled professionals while providing world-class veterinary care. The position is ideal for those passionate about pet health and committed to the highest standards of veterinary practice.

Benefits include competitive compensation, health insurance, 401(k) plans, and professional growth opportunities, ensuring a fulfilling career in veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in MI, or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class medicine and pet care.
• Collaborate with a talented team.
• Participate in professional development and education.

Skills

Pet care

Team collaboration

Empathy

Lifelong learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Countryside Animal Hospital of Hamburg 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

• Our hospital is well equipped with in‑house labs, ultrasound, surgical laser, digital radiographs, and dental radiographs
• Located in Hamburg, Michigan, approximately 30 miles South‑East of the Greater Lansing area.

Schedule

• Full time or part time available
• Operational hours: Mon‑Thurs 9:00 am – 7 pm, Fri 9:00 am – 5 pm, Sat 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Community

• Lakefront Outdoor Haven: Instant access to scenic lakes, the Huron River, and miles of trails.
• Perfect Location: Relaxed small‑town peace with an easy commute to Ann Arbor, Detroit, and the Greater Lansing area.
• Top‑Tier Safety: Consistently ranked as one of Michigan’s safest and most welcoming communities.
• Great Quality of Life: Access to excellent local schools and a vibrant, active local community.

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 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.
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well‑being

• Innovative associate health and well‑being resources (Headspace app, Fidelity 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

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™. Learn more at www.vca.com.

Qualifications

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

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually. Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

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!

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.