Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA San Francis Animal Hospital in Spring Hill, FL, 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?

• Strong, Family-Like Team: Our team at VCA San Francis is dynamic and supportive, with a culture that feels like family. We foster a welcoming environment where mentorship and learning are at the forefront, ideal for new doctors seeking to build skills.
• Experienced, Dedicated Mentors: Our highly skilled mentors work together closely, sharing expertise and helping each team member learn and grow consistently. We are also proud of our high employee engagement and team morale, which keeps our associates here for years.
• State-of-the-Art Facility: Our hospital includes advanced equipment like a dedicated dental suite with dental radiology, EMR, cold laser, and ultrasound.
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.

Schedule

• Work-Life Balance: Our hospital is open Monday through Saturday and closed on Sundays, with no on-call or after-hours shifts.
• Hospital Hours: Monday to Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM; Saturday: 8 AM - 12 PM

Cases

• High-Quality Small Animal Medicine: Our team focuses on providing top-notch small animal medicine and surgery to our patients.
• Collaborative Case Support: We have access to a local network of specialists and 24-hour consultation support from VCA specialists, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.

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 in a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• 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 resources (Headspace app, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources, including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility, and gender affirmation benefits
• 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 Florida 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 or find us on social media.