Associate Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

401k match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education allowance

Job summary

VCA Dover Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering world-class veterinary medicine while being supported by advanced technology and a collaborative, knowledgeable staff. The hospital emphasizes Fear-Free practice, ultrasound, digital x-ray, and strong client relationships.

Full-Time or Part-Time schedules are available with flexible hours, and mentorship is provided for new graduates to grow into a dynamic and fulfilling veterinary career.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in DE, or ability to obtain
• Commitment to practicing high standards of veterinary medicine and ethics

Skills

Pets care passion

Team collaboration

Lifelong learning

Empathy

Client relations

Education

DVM / Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Dover 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

• Ultrasound, laser, digital x-ray, dental x-ray
• Fear-Free
• AAHA-accredited
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-Time

We offer flexible scheduling

Hours of Operation:

• Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Thu: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
• Sat, Sun : Closed

Cases

Patient mix

• 65% sick 35% wellness

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

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.
• This position is eligible for a signing bonus.
• 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

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!

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in DE, 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: VCA Dover 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.