Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Wasilla (AK); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Big Lake Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a collaborative, supportive team delivering high-quality care for dogs and cats in Alaska. The role emphasizes mentorship for new graduates and ongoing professional growth within a well-equipped hospital.

You will work with experienced clinicians using advanced technology and a strong patient-care focus, with flexible full- or part-time schedules and a commitment to family-friendly patient care in a beautiful setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for dogs and cats.
• Collaborate with team and mentoring veterinarians.
• Engage with clients to explain diagnoses and treatment plans.

Skills

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

DVM degree

Alaska licensure eligible

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Big Lake 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

• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital x-ray machine, full dental suite, ultrasound, and laser on site.
• Hands-free radiology safety standards
• We are a single-story hospital with a large fenced yard and beautiful views of the mountains!
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Flexible: Full-Time or Part-Time positions available
• Hours: Monday - Saturday, 8am - 6pm

Cases

• Small animal; dogs and cats

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

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 Alaska state, 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 HERE.

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