Associate Veterinarian - Part-Time

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education allowance

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA All Creatures - Cloud Animal Hospital in O'Fallon, MO is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a well-supported team delivering high-quality medicine with access to in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, dentistry, and surgery.

You’ll work in a collaborative, family-friendly hospital with 10+ years of staff continuity, strong CE/mentorship, and a culture built on teamwork. Part-time schedule with Mon-Fri and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and MO license in good standing required.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine and ethics.
• Experience with team teaching and client communication is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care for dogs and cats.
• Utilize in-house diagnostics, radiology, dentistry and surgery.
• Collaborate with team to deliver compassionate patient care and client education.

Skills

Veterinary medicine

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

DVM degree

MO license to practice veterinary medicine

Tools

In-house diagnostics

Digital radiology

Surgical procedures

Job description

Operational Hours

Mon‑Fri 8:00 am – 7:00 pm, Sat 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian VCA All Creatures - Cloud Animal Hospital in O'Fallon, MO. You will quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You will 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

• Exceptional Team Longevity: Work alongside a supportive, tight-knit team where many staff members have proudly stayed for 10+ years.
• Positive & Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a fun, inclusive environment built on open communication, teamwork, and strong community roots in O'Fallon.
• Full-spectrum Veterinary Care: Practice high-quality medicine equipped with comprehensive in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, dentistry, and surgery.
• VCA Scale with a Family Feel: Enjoy the warmth of a neighborhood clinic backed by robust VCA benefits, career pathways, and generous CE/mentorship.

Learn more about the hospital here: VCA All Creatures - Cloud Animal Hospital

Schedule

• Part-time position
• Operational Hours: Mon‑Fri 8:00 am – 7:00 pm, Sat 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
• Diverse range of cases and emergency situations

Community

• Nationally Recognized Quality of Life: Consistently ranked among the safest cities and "Best Places to Live" in both Missouri and the U.S.
• Affordable Living & Great Schools: Enjoy reasonable housing costs, low property taxes, and access to top-rated school districts.
• Parks & Outdoor Recreation: Home to over 450 acres of public parks, extensive walking trails, community centers, and year-round local festivals
• Convenient St. Louis Access: Experience a relaxed, family-friendly suburban feel just ~35 minutes from downtown St. Louis attractions, sports, and dining.

Who do 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/relocation/longevity bonuses 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, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
• 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 MO, 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

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