Associate Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

CE allowance / WOOF University

Clinical studies program

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Anderson Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a hospital offering cutting-edge technology and a collaborative team environment. You will treat both wellness and sick patients, focusing on dogs and cats, and you will work with fear-free techniques whenever possible.

The role emphasizes high-quality medicine, ongoing learning, and a supportive culture, with full-time shifts and access to an extensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Dedication to high-quality veterinary medicine.
• Willingness to collaborate with a team.
• Commitment to continuing education and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for cats and dogs across wellness and illness.
• Utilize dental radiology, in-house labs, ultrasound and other technology.
• Apply fear-free techniques and compassionate patient handling.
• Collaborate with team to deliver world-class veterinary care.

Skills

Pet care passion

Team collaboration

Lifelong learner

Empathy

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Anderson 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

• AAHA-accredited full-service GP hospital caring for the pets in the community for over 35 years!
• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including dental radiology, routine surgery, in-house labs, ultrasound and more.
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible.
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule
• Our hospital is open Monday - Friday from 7:00am -7:00pm and Saturday from 8:00am - 4:00pm
• This position will include four 10-hour shifts

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats and dogs
• Mixture of wellness and sick patients

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

• Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience, annual salary starting at $115,000 - $145,000.
• 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

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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!

Qualifications

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

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