Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team in San Carlos. This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technology and a supportive team environment. You will be empowered to deliver exceptional care to pets and their owners while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to grow your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Access to mental health resources

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university is required.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in CA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class veterinary care to feline and canine patients.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance pet health and client relationships.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Client Relationship Management

Team Collaboration

Teaching and Mentoring

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA San Carlos 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

• Facilities/Technology: We are a state-of-the-art facility offering advanced technology and services, including comprehensive medical, surgical, and nursing care, pet dental care, grooming, boarding, and training.
• Hands-free radiology
• AAHA accredited
• American Association of Feline Practitioners

Schedule

• Full-Time and Part-Time positions available
• Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, Closed Sunday.

Cases

• Feline and canine only

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 $66,560 - $180K.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.
• 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 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

Qualifications

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

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