Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation & sick leave

Staff pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals in Vero Beach, FL, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian. Join a multi-doctor practice with top-quality medicine, a modern facility, and excellent support staff. The role offers mentorship for students and new graduates, and a collaborative team environment focused on outstanding patient care.

The position emphasizes compassionate client communication, continuous learning, and participation in a dynamic and fulfilling veterinary career within a large VCA network.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Florida or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to companion animals.
• Collaborate with a multi-doctor team to deliver world-class medicine.
• Mentor and educate staff and students as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Client communication

Mentorship willingness

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Endoscope

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, 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

• Experienced multi-doctor practice
• Top Quality Medicine and excellent customer service to our patients and clients
• Spacious, updated facility with 11 exam rooms
• Well-equipped with Ultrasound, digital radiography, digital dental rads, cold laser, and endoscope
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• We will work with you and our doctor team to create a desired schedule. Most of our doctors work 4 days per week with rotating Saturdays.
• Hours of Operation
  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday- 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday and Thursdays: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 4 PM

Cases

• Patient mix - sickness and wellness

Community

• Vero Beach, FL, has great beaches, arts/entertainment, restaurants, shopping, outside activities, and a historic downtown area.
• Enjoy a short drive to Orlando attractions and the beautiful coastline of the Space Coast of Florida.
• An exciting location with a year-round warm climate makes it an ideal place to live and work!

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.

• 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 Florida 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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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