Emergency Veterinarian

Marsveterinary; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Job summary

Marsveterinary is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join a well-supported team at VCA Veterinary Specialists in Woodland, California. The position emphasizes a commitment to quality veterinary care, collaboration, and ongoing education in a fully renovated hospital.

Salary ranges from $80,000 to $220,000, dependent on experience and qualifications, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. This role offers a dynamic work environment and ample opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure to practice in California or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to the highest standard of medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency veterinary care to small animals.
• Collaborate with team members on patient care.
• Maintain high standards of ethics in practice.

Skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Dedication to veterinary care

Commitment to ethics

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Emergency Veterinarian at VCA Veterinary Specialists of the Valley 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. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why join the team

• 7 ER doctors, 2 oncologists, 3 surgeons, 3 internists, 1 radiologist and a team that is continuously growing
• Completely renovated hospital with 3 surgical suites; soft tissue, orthopedic, minimally invasive and fluorescence guided surgery; dedicated emergency, endoscopy, and radiology procedures rooms; Fukuda telemetry, 64 slice CT; ultrasound, fluoroscopy; endoscopy; arthroscopy; high‑flow nasal oxygen therapy
• Hands‑free radiology
• A team of Fear Free Certified associates
• AAHA accredited
• Collaborative doctor team with all doctors centralized in a single large office space
• Skilled support staff with staff technician trainer

Schedule

• Full‑time, associates with flexible scheduling model
• Hours of operation: 24/7

Cases

• Small animal

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

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full‑time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $80,000 to $220,000.
• 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, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401(k) 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

Discover additional benefits at VCA (https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en/benefits)

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in California, 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 https://www.vca.com.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.