Associate Veterinarian

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a supportive team at a state-of-the-art facility. This role offers a balanced work-life schedule with no emergency on-call, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional care to pets and their owners. With a commitment to professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for passionate individuals eager to make a difference in veterinary medicine. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment that encourages growth and mentorship, ensuring you can maximize your skills and expertise.

Benefits

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Access to mental health resources

Paid vacation and sick leave

WOOF University CE opportunities

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Washington state.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class veterinary medicine for small animals.
• Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals.
• Engage in wellness, urgent care, surgery, and dentistry.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Client Relationship Management

Team Collaboration

Surgery

Dentistry

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Southridge 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

• Amazing facility that is well equipped with the latest veterinary technology
• Friendly and educated clientele
• Hands-free radiology safety standards
• Fear-Free practice
• AAHA-accredited
• Strong and cohesive trained staff with several LVT’s
• Dedicated support staff to assure you are able to maximize your skills and expertise
• Community outreach and team bonding
• Leadership team that is dedicated to your growth and success
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule available
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 7am – 9pm; Rotating Saturdays, 8am – 5pm
• 9 eight-hour shifts every 2 weeks
• Strong focus on a well-adjusted work-life balance
• No emergency on-call

Cases

• Small animal; dogs and cats. Occasionally see an exotic patient
• Mixture of wellness, urgent care, surgery and dentistry
• Multiple doctors to bounce ideas and thoughts off of.

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. 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
  

Qualifications

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

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