Associate Veterinarian

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus/relocation assistance

401k with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave, vacation, and PTO

Job summary

VCA Jordan River Animal Hospital in Utah is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a full‑service GP practice that emphasizes world‑class medicine, state‑of‑the‑art technology, and a collaborative team.

The role offers mentorship for new graduates, fear‑free techniques whenever possible, and ongoing professional development through WOOF University and a robust clinical studies program, with a generous benefits package and a positive, teamwork‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
• Utah licensure in good standing or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

Skills

Fear-free techniques

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Lifelong learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as anAssociate VeterinarianatVCA Jordan River Animal Hospitaland 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

• A full service GP hospital that has been caring for the pets in the community for 26 years!
• Our hospital is equipped with thelatest veterinary technology, including dental radiology, digital x-ray, soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, and more.
• We are committed to usingfear-freetechniques when possible.
• We offer a great culture with asupportive and collaborativeapproach
• Students and new graduatesare encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule
• Our hospital is open Monday - Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Full-time veterinarians average four 10-hour shifts with Saturday rotation

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats, dogs, and small rabbits.
• Mixture of wellness and sick patients

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.
• Sign-on bonus / relocation allowance available.
• 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 Utah, 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: VCA Jordan River Animal Hospital

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com