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Overnight Emergency Veterinarian

$180k - $260k

VCA Animal Hospitals

Join us as an Overnight Emergency Veterinarian at VCA Mueller Pet Medical Center 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

  • 24-hour emergency/general practice

  • 25,000 square foot state-or-the-art facility with dedicated ICU, 2 surgical suites, 2 ultrasounds, spacious treatment area, and 16 exam rooms

  • Radiologist capabilities for daily ultrasounds and a regularly scheduled Cardiologist.

  • Access to a network of specialists within VCA

  • Located in Sacramento, CA. Sacramento is one of the most diverse cities in the country. Located between San Francisco and Lake Tahoe, the city of Sacramento is experiencing rapid growth and is ideally located for weekend gateways

Schedule

  • Overnight Emergency – 3 nights per week

Who we look for

  • People dedicated to pets and their care

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

  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $180,000 to $260,000.

  • 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

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) ( (open link in new window)

Qualifications

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent

  • Licensure in good standing to practice in California, 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.

Learn more about the hospital | VCA Mueller Pet Medical Center (

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

VCA is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, if you need assistance or accommodation because of a disability, please don’t hesitate to ask. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant or Associate will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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.

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

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