Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Newtown Square (Delaware County); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

CE allowance

Job summary

VCA Wellington Animal Hospital in Newtown Square, PA, is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join a world-class team supported by advanced medicine, technology and facilities. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with mentorship for students and new graduates, and the hospital features three full-time DVMs and a collaborative staff of credentialed techs and assistants.

Compensation ranges from $130k to $140k annually and includes potential eligibility for additional incentive programs;

Qualifications

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

Licensure in good standing to practice in PA

Job description

• Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
• Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Wellington 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

• Wellington Animal Hospital has 3 full‑time DVMs, 3 Credentialed Vet-Techs, and 6 Veterinary Assistants
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full‑Time
• Hours of Operation
  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
  • Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Saturday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cases

• Cats/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 $130k - $140k, dependent on experience.
• 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, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
• 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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Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) 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.

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 - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com