Emergency Veterinarian

AzVMA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Valley Animal Hospital and Emergency Center in Tucson, AZ seeks an Emergency Veterinarian to join a world-class team providing round-the-clock care. You’ll work with seasoned clinicians in a hospital supported by advanced imaging, anesthesia and critical care.

We welcome lifelong learners and provide mentorship for new graduates, a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, and a culture of collaboration, teaching, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and Arizona licensure or eligibility.
• Experience in emergency medicine preferred.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary ethics and client care.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care during shifts.
• Collaborate with specialists and support staff for complex cases.
• Educate clients and team on treatment plans and outcomes.

Skills

Emergency care

Leadership

Fear-free handling

Teamwork

Education

DVM

Arizona license or eligibility

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

CT imaging

Job description

Join us as an Emergency Veterinarian at VCA Valley Animal Hospital and Emergency Center. 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. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why Join the Team

• Our hospital is AAHA-accredited
• Work alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionals and specialists.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Hands-Free Radiology - safest techniques for our patients and staff.
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiography, 64-slice CT, cold laser, ultrasound and more.
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Current hospital hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
• Full-time preferred but open to part-time
• We can offer either 10 or 12-hour shifts
• Rotating weekends

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotics.
• We see all emergency cases from minor ear and skin problems to GDV, HBC, FB, vomiting, diarrhea, and more involved medical cases

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, 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 Arizona, 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 here: Hospital Website

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