Associate Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with match

Parental leave

Vacation & sick leave

Dental & vision

Employee discounts

CE allowance

WOOF University CE

Job summary

VCA Olympiad Animal Hospital in Orange County is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering world-class medicine with advanced technology and supportive colleagues.

You’ll diagnose and treat dogs and cats, collaborate with a skilled team, and participate in ongoing professional development through the WOOF University and CE programs. The role offers a generous salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for dogs and cats.
• Collaborate with a team of veterinarians and staff to deliver high-quality medicine.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree

California licensure in good standing or ability to obtain

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Olympiad 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

• Facility offers Digital Dental Radiography, Digital Radiography, Ultrasound (diagnostic), EMR and Cold or Therapeutic Lasers
• Fear Free Certified associates when possible
• Located in a beautiful part of Orange County across the street from Mission Viejo Lake

Schedule

• Full-Time, Part-Time
• Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm

Cases

• Dogs and cats

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.

• 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 California, 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

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