Associate Veterinarian

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Vitality 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 Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including a dental suite with a digital x-ray unit, a full body digital x-ray, 6 exam rooms, and a comfort room. Hands-free radiology safety standards Many Fear-Free Certified team members and fear free best practices utilized Dedicated cat room, and are considered cat friendly AAHA accredited Exceptional team longevity, with many members staying with our hospital for 14+ years. We love to cross train staff and have a focus on education, which has allowed us to have an effective tech & assistant team! Schedule Full-Time schedule available Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 6pm; Saturday, 8am – 4pm Cases Small animal; dogs and cats We’ve seen some rabbits & pocket pets, depending on the doctor and if comfortable with it, and are open to seeing more if you’d like to! We do a large number of wellness and have seen some cool emergent cases on occasion. We also do surgeries (mainly spays, neuters, abscess removals, and laceration repairs) and dentals. 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 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. 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 companymatch 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 A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in Oregon state, 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr