Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA North Idaho 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

• We offer our patients dentistry, advanced ultrasound imaging, reproduction, echocardiogram, orthopedic services (TPLO), hormone sparing surgeries, behavior medicine, telemedicine, and our own internist on staff.
• Hands-free radiology safety standards
• Fear-Free practice
• AAHA accredited
• Emergency services without the emergency hours

Schedule

• Flexible: Full-Time or Part-Time positions available, with rotating weekends (1 Saturday/ month)
• Hours: Monday Friday, 7:30am 5:30pm; Saturday, 8am 3pm

Cases

• We treat all animals, exotics and wildlife
• Enucleation surgery on a hedgehog
• Cancer staging
• Dilated cardiomyopathy management with 3yr old Beauceron.
• Medical management and surgery of liver disease
• Surgical biopsy and management of canine chronic hepatitis
• Diagnostic work up including surgical biopsies and management of chronic enteropathy in a canine
• Bilateral TPLO
• Ovary sparing spay and vasectomies
• Use of Stelfonta for non-surgical treatment of mass cell tumours in numerous patients
• Gunshot trauma with cosmetic closure

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.

Health & Well-being

• Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault 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 (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Idaho 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.