Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a supportive team dedicated to quality patient care. This role offers the chance to work with advanced medical technology and a collaborative environment, ensuring you can provide the best care for pets. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values continuous learning and professional development, with opportunities for further education and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about animal care and looking to thrive in your veterinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Paid Continuing Education Days

Access to mental health resources

Flexible working hours

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• DVM degree required, with a commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine.
• Licensure in California or ability to obtain is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class veterinary care and collaborate with a dedicated team.
• Build strong relationships with clients and fellow associates.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Client Relationship Building

Continuous Learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

X-ray Technology

Dental Radiography

Therapeutic Cold Laser

CBC and Chemistry Machines

Modern Microscope

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA College Park Animal 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.

Why join the team

• Team of 2 doctors, 3 RVTs, 4 VAs and 3 CSRs.
• Xray, Dental Radiography, therapeutic cold laser, In house CBC and chemistry machines, modern microscope with tablet interface.
• Hands-free radiology.
• Driven, friendly, and cooperative team dedicated to quality patient care. Located near both Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm.

Schedule

• Full-Time, Part-Time, Rotating (put specifics if you have a specific one to fill).
• Hours of Operation.

Cases

• Patient mix.

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 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 $80,000 to $180,000.
• 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 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.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in California, 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

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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