Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) for their Buffalo Ridge Animal Hospital in The Villages, Florida. This role offers exceptional support, mentorship, and a collaborative culture with no on-call requirements. Ideal candidates are patient-centered and dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary medicine.

Benefits

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental and vacation leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• A DVM degree from an accredited university or equivalent is essential.
• Candidates must have licensure to practice in Florida or the ability to obtain it.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary ethics and medicine required.

Responsibilities

• Focus on general practice and wellness care for small animals including dogs and cats.
• Delivering wellness and preventive care along with dentistry and laser therapy.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Teaching

Empathy

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Buffalo Ridge Animal Hospital in The Villages, FL, 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 Our Team?

• State-of-the-Art Facility: Our hospital is equipped with a dedicated dental suite, digital dental radiology, EMR, pet boarding, and more.

• Skilled Team: We have a highly trained support staff and longstanding veterinarians who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and client service.

• Collaborative Environment: Our team feels more like a family, fostering mentorship, learning opportunities, and skill improvement.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a supportive work environment with no on-call or after-hours shifts.

• Community Engagement: We are located in The Villages, a master-planned retirement community with dedicated pet owners who allow us to practice high-quality medicine.

• VCA Buffalo Ridge Animal Hospital is located in The Villages, one of the fastest-growing communities in Central Florida. This master-planned retirement community spans three counties and offers:

• Vibrant Lifestyle: Nightly entertainment in themed squares surrounded by restaurants and shops.

• Proximity to Attractions: Close to theme parks and only an hour from both the east and west coasts of Florida’s beaches.

• Excellent Amenities: Over 100 dining options, top-rated charter schools, and a high concentration of veterans.

• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Open 6 days a week: Monday through Saturday

• No after-hours or on-call shifts

Cases

• Focus on general practice and wellness care for small animals, including dogs, cats, and occasional exotic pets.

• Services include wellness and preventive care, dentistry, laser therapy, and more.

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 in a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• 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 resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources, including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility, and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation,n 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 Florida 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 [Link to hospital website]

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

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