Emergency Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & sick leave

Sign-on and relocation bonuses

Job summary

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and operates a state-of-the-art emergency department in Dallas. We seek doctors dedicated to world-class medicine, teamwork, and teaching in a fast-paced hospital.

Our facility offers advanced imaging, surgical support, and a rich environment for ongoing CE and clinical studies. Join a collaborative team focused on quality care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure to practice in Texas or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to high standards of medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level emergency veterinary care for a wide range of cases.
• Collaborate with surgeons and specialists to triage and treat patients.
• Support internship and externship programs for students and staff.
• Participate in teaching and case discussions within a teaching hospital.

Skills

Pet care obsessed

Team teaching

Empathetic client relations

Lifelong learner

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Why Join the Team

Work alongside a dynamic and well-established group of skilled professionals and veterinary specialists in the following departments:

• 6 Oncologists
• 4 Internal Medicine Specialists
• 2 Cardiologists
• 1 Neurologist
• 3 Surgeons
• 3 Criticalists

New Location- New Name - We've relocated to a new state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance innovation, collaboration, and employee experience

Our long-standing reputation in the community and our unique culture continues to define our success

• Hands-Free Radiology - safest techniques for our patients and staff.
• We are an active teaching hospital with a formal Internship and Externship programs.
• State of the art 25,000 sq ft hospital equipped with the latest veterinary technology , including two digital radiography suites, 64-slice CT, MRI, a Varian TrueBeam Edge radiation machine, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, digital cytology, an interventional surgical suite, multiple ultrasounds, and the only hemoperfusion unit in DFW.

Schedule

As a new Emergency Department, we have created three different scheduling options that will be discussed during the interview process. Our intent is to find a schedule that meets the needs of our hospital and all of our emergency team while maintaining a strong quality of life by minimizing burnout risk.

Cases

Our ER will strive for the highest level of triage care in DFW

Doctors will have the ability to transfer appropriate cases to our specialty departments the next day

We intend to serve all emergency cases from minor routine to critical ailments

We anticipate a large population of our cases to be current VCA Dallas patients

ER doctors will have the opportunity to perform a variety of emergent surgical procedures and will have the support of three board-certified surgeons

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

Up to $180,000 base salary. Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.

Generous 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, 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 Texas 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