Locum Veterinarian

Relief Veterinarian

We are seeking an experienced Relief Veterinarian to join our team. In this position you’ll discover that you are 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. As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.

_ Why join the team _

• Team- Our veterinary support teams are passionate, experienced individuals who love what they do: assisting with the practice of medicine and helping pets in need. These dedicated professionals put pets first, applying their deep skills and experience to deliver top-tier care for pets whose needs are urgent, but not emergent.

• Facilities/technology- Our virtual waiting room allows teams to manage patient flow and focus on providing the best care. When the team reaches capacity for the day, the waiting room automatically closes.  This allows all team members to leave on time, with all medical records and patient care completed.  

• Hands-free radiology: We strive to provide top care and top safety to our team members.

• Fear-Free accredited or Fear Free Certified associates when possible.

• Our hospitals were designed to reduce stress for clients, patients and Associates and feel like home.

• VCA offers a Relief Veterinarian Platform where you can see available posted shifts and select the ones that work best for you.

• 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!

• Learn more about our hospital at

_ 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 California.

• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

_ Schedule _

• Hours of Operation- 10:00AM- 8:00PM

• Hour Lunch

_ Cases _

• Patient mix:  Cats and dogs

_ Compensation _

As per requirements in the state of California, you will be compensated at a rate of $ 150.00 per hour and not less than $1,300.00 for any week worked. (A VCA work week is defined as Sunday through Saturday.) Your compensation shall be paid on a bi-weekly basis so long as employment continues, in accordance with VCA’s regular payroll practices. The above minimum weekly rate is subject to change at the sole discretion of VCA pursuant to any change in federal, state, or local law or regulation.  

_ Location _

VCA Urgent Care - Mira Mesa

_ 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, including 4,500+ veterinarians and more than 600 specialists, 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 the largest provider of Private Practice Internships and Residencies in the US. We offer Woof University which has an abundance of CE for doctors and staff.  VCA also supports strong shelter partnerships and VCA charities across the US.

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.

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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)

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

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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!

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).

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