Associate Veterinarian

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25k

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

VCA Animal Care Clinic in California invites an Associate Veterinarian to join a well-equipped hospital with eight exam rooms, advanced diagnostics, ultrasound, radiographs, and a collaborative team.

The role offers a wide salary range and a sign-on bonus up to $25k, with a comprehensive benefits package. A DVM degree and CA licensure are required. Open to full-time, part-time, and rotating schedules with evolving hours.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in CA, or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to the highest standard of medicine and veterinary ethics.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Animal Care Clinic 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

• Well-appointed hospital : 8 exam rooms, treatment area, dental and surgery suites.
• Advanced Diagnostics: In-house lab (Chemistries, Electrolytes, CBC) and access to Antech for additional diagnostics.
• Cutting-edge technology : In-house ultrasound, digital radiographs, and digital dental radiographs.
• Expert Consultation : Send digital radiographs to Board Certified Radiologists for expert opinions.
• Surgical Support: Cardell monitors, pulse ox, blood pressure monitoring, and advanced surgical care capabilities.
• Additional Services : Full boarding facility, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), full pharmacy, and grooming salon.
• Efficient Care : Computers in every exam room for streamlined patient care.
• Community Impact : Strong collaboration with local rescue groups.
• Hands-free radiology
• Fear-Free Practice

Schedule

• Full-Time, Part-Time, Rotating
• Open 6 days a week
• Rotating Saturday on-call (if Saturday DVM is unavailable)
• Flexible scheduling with 3/12 shifts
• No Sunday hours, but plans to extend hours soon

Cases

Patient Mix: Primarily cats and dogs, with a focus on urgent care and interesting surgery cases.

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.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $25k.
• 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, Fidelity 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 about the hospital

Benefits

• 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 p