Join us as a board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist at VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency 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.
Why join the team
- Beautiful new state‑of‑the‑art 24‑hour emergency/specialty hospital – 26,000 sq. ft
- Specialty services include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology, and anaesthesiology
- Residency program in internal medicine and a specialty internship in surgical oncology
- Diagnostic Imaging VTS
- 128 slice Toshiba Aquilion CT, 1.5 Tesla GE MRI, Vet GE LogIQ Ultrasound, 2 digital radiography units, GE C‑Arm Fluoroscopy, laproscopy equipment, shockwave, PRP
- Cardiovascular ultrasound, high flow oxygen therapy, endoscopy, linear accelerator, BAER (brainstem auditory evoked potential testing)
- 15 exam rooms, 2 doctor office spaces, 11 departments
- Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees and postcard‑perfect days and nights
- Best schools in the state, safest places to raise a family and outstanding quality of life
- Access to a network of specialists within VCA
Schedule
- Full or part‑time availability
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
Compensation
- Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The salary range is based on a 40‑hour work week.
- Annual salary range $120,000 to $300,000; position also eligible for production/commission and other variable pay programs.
- 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 company match
- 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
Qualifications
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
- Licensure in good standing to practice in the state, or the ability to obtain licensure
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
For more information about this position, please contact Kristen Hreczan, Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at Kristen.hreczan@vca.com or 704-351-0221.
Equal Opportunity
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.