Associate Veterinarian, DVM

Marsveterinary; West Allis, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education/mentorship

Job summary

VCA Pahle Animal Hospital in West Allis, Wisconsin is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our tenured DVM team in a practice emphasizing high-quality medicine. The hospital offers a supportive environment with opportunities to grow alongside an experienced team and mentors for new graduates.

The position features 3–4 days per week with rotating Saturdays, Monday–Friday hours 7:00 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 7:00 AM–1:00 PM, and no on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

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

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

VCA Pahle Animal Hospital – West Allis, Wisconsin

VCA Pahle Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our cohesive, tenured DVM team in West Allis, Wisconsin . We are looking for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine and wants to grow alongside an experienced, supportive team.

Questions? Please contact Laurel Norman at [e-mail]

Why Join the Team

VCA Pahle Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital committed to high-quality medicine, mentorship, and continued professional development.

Our hospital is well-equipped to support advanced medicine, including:

• Full-body and dental digital radiology
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory
• Full surgical suite
• Experienced, tenured support team

We offer a supportive environment where doctors have opportunities to grow their skills, pursue their interests, and take advantage of mentorship and continuing education. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated support as they build confidence in practice.

Located just outside Milwaukee, West Allis offers the best of both worlds—easy access to the city while maintaining a strong community feel. Enjoy local restaurants, shopping, nightlife, festivals, sporting events, galleries, farmers markets, historical sites, bike trails, and outdoor spaces. Whether you want to be in the middle of the action or somewhere quieter, there are plenty of options nearby.

Schedule

• 3 or 4 days per week with rotating Saturday
• Hospital hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM; Saturday, 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
• No on-call responsibilities
• Nearby emergency support through VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals (MECA)

Cases

• Diverse small animal general practice caseload
• Wellness and preventive medicine
• Internal medicine and diagnostics
• Dentistry and dental radiology
• Soft tissue surgery
• Ultrasound and advanced imaging
• Opportunity to practice advanced medicine with support from an experienced team

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 VCA Associate, 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. The 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 resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• 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) (https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en/benefits)

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in (WI), 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

[Link to hospital website] (https://vcahospitals.com/pahle/team)

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