Relief / On-Call Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking animal hospital in Wakefield, Massachusetts, where you can practice advanced veterinary medicine in a supportive, Fear Free environment. This part-time position offers the chance to work with a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art facility designed for the comfort of pets. With a focus on both dogs and cats, and the potential to expand your expertise with other species, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of your furry patients. Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, professional development, and work-life balance.

Benefits

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave

Continuing education allowance

Free EV charging station

Up to 100% pet care discount

100% paid professional liability coverage

Access to a network of 5,000 doctors

Qualifications

• DVM required, with a preference for Fear Free Certification.
• Experience with various animal species is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced veterinary care in a Fear Free environment.
• Work collaboratively with a cohesive team of professionals.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Fear Free Certification

Experience with Birds/Reptiles/Small Mammals

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital, located just north of Boston in Wakefield, Massachusetts, is looking for a part-time / on-call veterinarian who enjoys practicing advanced medicine with a cohesive, tenured team in a Fear Free environment.

Come join us in our beautiful new state-of-the-art facility! We see plenty of dogs (50%) and cats (30%), and experience with birds, reptiles, and/or small mammals (20%) would be a plus but is not a requirement.

Our brand new facility was designed with the comfort of our patients in mind. Dogs are separated from other species in our lobbies, exam rooms, and treatment areas, and iCalm music is played throughout. Most of our 12 doctors, 15 CVTs, 20 assistants, and 20 client service representatives are Fear Free Certified Professionals, and we are committed to making veterinary visits a great experience for our patients and their people.

This part-time / on-call position has the potential to become a full-time position for the right candidate.

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Benefits

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health & Well-being

• Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• Dedicated quiet room for meditation and lactation
• 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 staff
• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor
• Opportunities to participate in a robust clinical studies program

Additional Benefits

• Free EV charging station
• Up to 100% pet care discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

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