Relief Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Newark Animal Hospital seeks a Relief Veterinarian to join a world‑class team with strong medicine, technology and support. The role emphasizes high‑quality patient care, collaboration and client service in a busy, well‑equipped hospital.

New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship as part of our mission to deliver compassionate medicine and client service. On‑site schedule supports a balanced clinical experience.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Pet care passion

Team collaboration

Teaching others

Lifelong learner

Client relations

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as a Relief Veterinarian at VCA Newark 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

Spacious building with TWELVE exam rooms, wellness room and large treatment room, surgical suites, separate ultrasound room, snyder oxygen cages, surgical recovery area, kennel, and quarantine area, quiet cat ward, sound DR digital radiography, AFP imaging digital dental x-ray, tonometry

Hands-free radiology

Fear-Free accredited or Fear Free Certified associates when possible

AAHA accredited

Our management and support team members are an extension of your family! We take pride in our team and in our close relationships with our clients and patients. Our continuous goal is delivering compassionate client service and quality medicine.

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

Schedule

Relief

Hours of Operation Mon: 8-6
Tues, Fri: 8-5
Wed, Thurs: 8-8
Sat - Sun: Closed

Cases

Patient mix

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

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in DE, 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.

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Information 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).