Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals•Jackson, MI

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian VCA Jackson Animal Hospital. 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 Join a highly skilled team of experienced assistants and Credentialed Veterinary Technicians Staff backgrounds span general practice, specialty, and emergency medicine Some team members bring nearly 20 years of expertise Unique hospital atmosphere: see both primary care and emergent cases Opportunity to work up diverse and interesting patients Located in a community without nearby specialty hospitals—expand your skills Enjoy the best of both worlds—variety of cases without typical emergency/specialty hours Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship Schedule Current hospital hours: Monday – Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Full-time position Cases Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats. Diverse range of cases and emergency situations Community Join a welcoming and engaged community with strong civic participation and local pride. Experience a vibrant city offering rich cultural arts, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly programs. Support initiatives that promote inclusion, community safety, and the growth of local businesses. Who do 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. Medical Director stipend and Medical Director annual bonus Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available 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 Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

Requirements

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
Licensure in good standing to practice in Michigan, or the ability to obtain
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Benefits

Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.
Medical Director stipend and Medical Director annual bonus
Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available
This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.
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
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
Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)
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!