Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals

Saginaw (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on and relocation bonuses
401(k) plan with company match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental and vacation leave

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Saginaw, TX, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian passionate about pet care. Join a dynamic team committed to fear-free practices and supported by state-of-the-art technology. The role offers mentorship to new graduates and opportunities for professional development with various benefits including competitive compensation and retirement plans. This position invites you to build lasting relationships with clients and pets while fulfilling a commitment to the veterinary code of ethics.

Qualifications

  • Must have a DVM degree from an accredited university.
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas required.
  • Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
  • Work with a team committed to fear-free techniques.
  • Participate in continuing education and development.

Skills

Dedication to pets care
Empathy
Team collaboration
Engagement in veterinary medicine
Lifelong learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
Licensure to practice in Texas

Tools

Digital radiography
Ultrasound
Cold laser

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Saginaw Animal Hospital. 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
  • Work alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionals
  • We are an AAHA‑Accredited hospital
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Hands‑Free Radiology—safest techniques for our patients and staff.
  • We are committed to using fear‑free techniques when possible
  • Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiography, cold laser, and ultrasound.
  • Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship
Schedule
  • Current hospital hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
  • Full‑time preferred but open to part‑time
  • Rotating weekends
Cases
  • Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
  • Routine wellness to involved medical cases
Who Do We Look For
  • People dedicated to pets and their care
  • Engaged 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
  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.
  • Sign‑on / relocation / longevity bonuses available.
  • 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)
  • 401(k) 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

Visit VCA Careers (vcacareers.com) for more details.

Qualifications
  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent.
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas, 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 here: Hospital Website

Visit our hospital website for additional details.

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

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