Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k with company match

Continuing Education Allowance

Paid parental and sick leave

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals in Langhorne, Bucks County, seeks an Associate Veterinarian to provide exceptional veterinary care. Supported by a well-equipped facility and an experienced team, you’ll deliver quality services while mentoring new graduates.

The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and be passionate about animal care and client relationships. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401k matching, and a continuing education allowance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care and establish client relationships.
• Collaborate with a supportive team and mentor new graduates.
• Uphold veterinary codes of ethics in practice.

Skills

Veterinary medicine expertise

Team collaboration

Client relationship building

Lifelong learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD)

Licensure in good standing in PA

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at Delaware Valley 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

• Newly renovated, state‑of‑the‑art, spacious building with six exam rooms, large treatment area, and separate surgery and dental suites
• Dental x-ray, tonometry, digital x-ray system
• Excellent anesthesia monitoring and recovery protocols by trained technicians (Cardell CO2 C‑STAT monitors) and excellent pain management
• Services include yearly wellness care and vaccines, routine spays and neuters, dentistry, elective and routine surgeries, radiography, bloodwork, therapeutic laser, and acupuncture
• AAHA certified
• We are a full‑service hospital proudly serving the communities of Lower Bucks County since 1954
• Stable, experienced team very supportive of one another
• Staff longevity with some for over 25+ years
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full‑Time and Part‑Time

Cases

• Patient mix

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 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 or VMD) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in PA, 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.

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