Emergency Veterinarian (Overnight)

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

VCA Deer Creek Animal Hospital in Colorado is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join a 14-doctor team offering world-class medicine, cutting-edge technology, and fear-free care. The hospital operates 24/7 with overnight ER shifts (3 days on, 7 days off) and a collaborative culture that values teaching and growth.

You will provide emergency veterinary care for cats and dogs, uphold the veterinary code of ethics, and maintain high standards of medicine while working with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Colorado, or the ability to obtain.
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency veterinary care for cats and dogs.
• Collaborate with a 14-doctor team to deliver world-class medicine.
• Uphold fear-free techniques and high standards of care.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Team collaboration

Teaching others

Client communication

Education

DVM degree

Colorado license

Job description

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

Why join the team

• AAHA accredited hospital with GP, specialty, and emergency all under one roof!
• Our 14-doctor hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including digital radiology, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, laparoscopy, ortho surgery, and more!
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule (overnights)
• Our hospital is open 24/7, with our ER doctors averaging 14-hour shifts (3 days on, followed by 7 days off)

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats and dogs
• Emergency services

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

• Compensation negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Annual salary starting at $140,000 - $150,000.
• Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available

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

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Colorado, 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: VCA Deer Creek Animal Hospital

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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.