Associate Veterinarian

NCVMA; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

CE allowance

WOOF University

401(k)

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Castle Hills Companion Animal Hospital in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering world-class medicine with advanced technology and a passion for pets.

We offer mentorship for students and new graduates, fear-free techniques when possible, and a collaborative culture. Full-time schedule with weekdays and Saturday rotation, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in Texas in good standing or eligible to obtain.
• Commitment to high standard of veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for cats, dogs, and pocket pets.
• Deliver world-class medicine with fear-free techniques when possible.
• Mentor students and new graduates and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Fear-free techniques

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Lifelong learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Castle Hills Companion 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

• AAHA-accredited and Silver-level Cat-Friendly hospital equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including digital radiology, ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, and more!
• Work alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionals
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule
• Our hospital is open Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm
• Our veterinarians work (4) 10-hour days including Saturday rotation

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats, dogs, and pocket pets
• Mixture of wellness and sick patients

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

• Compensation 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)
• 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

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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 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: VCA Castle Hills Companion Animal 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