Associate Veterinarian - St. Clair Shores, MI

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA St. Clair Shores in St. Clair, MI is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a collaborative 4-doctor team dedicated to delivering world-class veterinary care. The clinic emphasizes mentorship, modern medicine, and a supportive culture to help you grow in your career.

You will work with dogs and cats, benefit from comprehensive facilities and community roots, and participate in a schedule that supports work-life balance in a suburban Lake St. Clair setting.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in MI, or 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

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian VCA St. Clair Shores, in St. Clair, MI. 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:

• Cohesive, Tenured Team: Work with a collaborative 4-doctor team and a large, inclusive support staff utilized to the top of their skillset to fully support your practice.
• Modern Medicine & Equipment: Practice high-standard care following AAHA guidelines, equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiology, and ultrasound.
• Empowering & Engaging Culture: Join a clinic where employee engagement is a top priority and team members are trusted and encouraged to practice at the highest level of their abilities.
• Balanced Schedule & Deep Community Roots: Enjoy sustainable hours, serving a loyal community client base built over nearly 40 years.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.

Schedule

Full-time position

Operational Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, Sat 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Cases

Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.

Diverse range of cases and emergency situations

Community

• Lakefront Living & Nautical Mile: Enjoy direct access to Lake St. Clair along the famous Nautical Mile, packed with full-service marinas, waterfront dining, boating, and scenic parks.
• Close Proximity to Downtown Detroit: Benefit from a quiet suburban lifestyle located just 13 miles northeast of Detroit's vibrant arts, entertainment, dining, and professional sports scene.
• Affordable & Welcoming Neighborhoods: Find safe, family-friendly residential communities with a wide range of accessible housing options, tree-lined streets, and strong civic pride.
• Active Waterfront Recreation: Take advantage of year-round outdoor activities, including kayaking, fishing, summer festivals, waterfront concerts, and lakefront trail systems.

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

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, Vault 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.

Qualifications

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