Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Stamford, CT. This position is ideal for compassionate professionals who want to deliver exceptional care for companion animals in a supportive environment that encourages ongoing learning and professional growth.

Benefits

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Employee pet discounts

Qualifications

• DVM from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in CT or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to high standard of medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class veterinary care for companion animals.
• Collaborate with a team of dedicated experts.
• Engage in professional development and continuing education.

Skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Curiosity

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Davis 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 Davis team

Team (number of doctors, care team per doctor, etc.)
Full digital radiography & digital dental radiography, EKG, Surgical Suite/Dental Suite, EMR Ultrasound, Full-service boarding
Large client base through serving the community for over 25 years!
Easy 30 min train ride in NYC!
Hands-free
Fear-free
AAHA-accredited
Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-time available, Relief possible
Hours of Operation:
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: Closed

Cases

Small / Companion animal focus

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

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

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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 CT, 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.

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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 page at vcacareers.com