Associate Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $50k

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k retirement with company match

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

CE allowances and paid CE days

Job summary

VCA Fairmount Animal Hospital in Camillus, NY is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a seven-doctor practice backed by a supportive team and world-class medicine. You'll work in a collaborative environment with advanced diagnostics and mentorship from Medical Director Dr.

Erin Corrigan to grow clinically and professionally. We offer a full-time schedule, strong client relationships, and a comprehensive benefits package including a signing bonus up to $50k.

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Fairmount 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

• Established, respected seven-doctor practice with approximately 30 team members, proudly serving Camillus and surrounding communities for over 60 years!
• Exceptional employee retention and a loyal client base
• Approved externship site for Penn Foster and SUNY Delhi LVT programs
• Dedicated mentorship from Medical Director Dr. Erin Corrigan, including medical, surgical, and dental case development
• Highly collaborative doctor team that values shared knowledge and support
• Advanced equipment, including diagnostic ultrasound and cold therapeutic laser technology, and hands-free radiology
• AAHA accredited
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship!

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Cases

Cats, Dogs

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

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $125k - $150k, dependent on experience.
• This position may be eligible for a signing bonus up to $50k
• 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

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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 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.

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