Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at Choptank 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

• Team of 6 (DVM, HM, VA's and CSR's)
• We see dogs, cats, exotics and farm animals (except cows and horses)
• We practice Fear-Free
• Ultra sound, hot cutting laser, cold laser, digital x-ray (dental too), fluid pumps and warmer, pulse ox, water blanket warmer, bear huggers, anesthesia monitoring devices
• Current DVM does a mix of surgeries. Including soft tissue, reproductive, splenectomies/GDVs, c-sections, advanced dentistry and orthopedic
• This is a great area, small city located next to the Choptank river, near farm land and only an hour and a half from Ocean City MD
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-Time
• Flexible on scheduling

Hours of Operation:

Mon, Wed: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu, Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat, Sun: Closed

Cases

• Patient mix
• 50% wellness and sick
• 30% urgent/walk-in's
• 20% emergencies

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

• The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000.
• This position is eligible for a signing bonus.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being

• Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 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 the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Qualifications

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

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