Associate Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

CE allowance

WOOF University Continuing Education

Job summary

VCA Almaden Valley Animal Hospital in San Jose, CA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a team delivering world-class veterinary medicine. The role emphasizes collaboration with six RVTs, modern imaging, and a patient-centered approach.

This full-time position offers rotating shifts, with hours Mon-Fri 7 am-7 pm and Sat-Sun 8 am-4 pm. Candidates should be DVMs licensed in California or able to obtain licensure, and committed to the highest standards of veterinary care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in CA, or the ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class veterinary care.
• Collaborate with team to deliver patient-centered care.
• Educate clients and staff to maintain high standards of medicine.

Skills

Team collaboration

Teaching others

Client relationships

Empathy

Education

DVM degree

CA licensure

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Almaden Valley 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

• Modern facilities with digital x-ray, dental x-ray, and ultrasound
• Hands-free radiology
• Unique team: 6 RVTs on staff
• Anything that makes your hospital unique or special

Schedule

• Full-Time, rotating shifts
• Hours: Mon-Fri 7 am-7 pm, Sat-Sun 8 am-4 pm

Cases

• Primarily cats and dogs, with two doctors experienced in pocket pets and exotics

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

• 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
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

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.

Learn more about the hospital [Link to hospital website]

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.

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).