Associate Veterinarian

VCA West Mesa Animal Hospital; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

CE allowance

WOOF University

Clinical studies

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

VCA West Mesa Animal Hospital in Albuquerque, NM seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering comprehensive care for dogs and cats with a focus on wellness and medical cases. The hospital emphasizes fear-free techniques, advanced technology, and a collaborative culture that supports professional growth.

Full-time preferred but part-time considered; 8- or 10-hour shifts and rotating weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for dogs and cats with a focus on preventive medicine and treatment.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver world-class veterinary medicine.
• Engage in teaching and mentorship within a collaborative hospital environment.

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA West Mesa Animal Hospital. 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 AAHA-accredited
• Work alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionals
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Hands-Free Radiology - safest techniques for our patients and staff.
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiography to ultrasound.

Schedule

• Current hospital hours: Monday to Friday from 7:30 am – 7:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.
• Full-time preferred but open to part-time
• We can offer either 8- or 10-hour shifts
• Rotating weekends when needed

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
• Routine wellness to involved medical cases

Who do we look for

• People Dedicate to pets and their care
• Engaged 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

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.
• Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being

• Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity 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 New Mexico, 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.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Learn more about the hospital here: VCA West Mesa Animal Hospital

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