Relief Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Arroyo Grande (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Pet discounts

401(k)

Job summary

VCA South County Animal Hospital in California seeks a Relief Veterinarian to provide world-class medical care within a collaborative clinical team. The hospital emphasizes a supportive environment, mentorship for students and new graduates, and access to advanced diagnostics.

The practice features a modern 8,000 sq ft facility and offers comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and surgical services. This is a part-time role with a strong focus on teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in California or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as a Relief Veterinarian at VCA South County 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

Join our team of 3 collaborative doctors and robust support staff

Modern fully equipped 8,000 sq foot building

Our services include comprehensive preventive wellness care including early disease detection and vaccines, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry and dental radiographs, digital radiology, diagnostic ultrasound, cold laser therapy and acupuncture.

Hands-free radiology

Fear Free Certified associates when possible

AAHA accredited

Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.

Schedule

Part-Time

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8am-6pm

Cases

Patient mix: 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:

Professional Development

• WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Benefits

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!

Qualifications

• A 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 www.vca.com or find us on social media.

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Disclaimer

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).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.