Associate Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick leave

CE allowance and CE days

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Mission San Jose Animal Hospital in Fremont, CA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a supportive team delivering world‑class medicine with advanced technology and facilities. We emphasize collaboration, ongoing learning, and strong client relationships.

The full-time role offers a competitive salary ($66,560–$180K per year) based on experience, plus comprehensive benefits, CE opportunities, and generous time off.

Qualifications

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

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Mission San Jose 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 - One full-time doctor, four Technicians, and one CSR
• Facilities/technology - X-ray, VetScan, full surgery suite, microscope, Cardel, Doppler, and ultrasound
• Hands-free radiology
• Fear-Free accredited or Fear Free Certified associates
• AAHA accredited
• Feline Veterinary Medical Association
• Serving the community for over 30 years; located in Fremont near Ohlone College with Beacon Emergency next door; supports surrounding areas (San Leandro, Newark, Union City, Milpitas, San Jose); Spanish and Hindi language support; partners with Trupanion and CareCredit

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday - Thursday 9 am to 6 pm

Closed Saturdays and Sundays

Cases

Cats and 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

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 $66,560 - $180K.
  • 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 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
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Qualifications

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

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!

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