Associate Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospital of Santa Cruz is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team. You’ll work in a hospital that offers in-house radiology, Abaxis chemistry, IDEXX SNAP tests, and a microscope suite, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and client service.

The role focuses on mostly outpatient care for canine and feline patients, with a mix of wellness and surgical cases. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, a competitive salary range, and opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited veterinary program.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in CA or ability to obtain licensure.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for canine and feline patients and other species as available.
• Perform routine and advanced procedures (dentals, spays/neuters, mass removals, laceration repairs) in an outpatient setting.
• Collaborate with a team of clinicians and staff to support world-class medicine and client service.

Education

DVM degree

CA licensure (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Animal Hospital of Santa Cruz 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

• In-house radiology with the option to send images to a board-certified radiologist for review
• In-house Abaxis chemistry panels and IDEXX SNAP tests
• Microscope and centrifuge available for preparing and examining samples
• Hands-free radiology
• Conveniently located near downtown Santa Cruz, with access to local restaurants and a vibrant arts, music, and cultural scene

Schedule

• Full-Time and Part-Time available
• Mon-Fri: 8:00 am-6:00 pm, Sat: 8:00 am-4:00 pm, Sun: Closed

Cases

• Primarily canine and feline, with other species seen depending on doctor availability and preference
• Mix of wellness and sick cases, with common procedures including dentals, neuters, spays, mass removals, and laceration repairs. Mostly outpatient procedures.

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.

Variable Pay

• 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

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!

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

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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