Associate Veterinarian
About The Position
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Elk Grove 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 Modern facilities with a renovated lobby and exam rooms (2018) and a double-table surgery suite Hands-free radiology (70% YTD 2024) Fear-Free accredited AAHA accredited Exceptional team longevity: 75% of the staff have over 5 years with VCA; half have 10+ years, including members with 20–30 years of experience Now Offering VCA Scribe! Schedule Full-Time preferred; Part-Time and rotating options considered Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 am–6:00 pm, Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Closed Sun Cases Primarily small animals, with minimal exotics (one DVM sees rabbits, guinea pigs, and turtles) 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:
Requirements
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
- Licensure in good standing to practice in CA, or the ability to obtain
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Benefits
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
