Associate Veterinarian - Monroe, Virginia

VCA Animal Hospitals•Monroe, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Amherst Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to provide veterinary care in Monroe, Virginia. The hospital offers a collaborative, supportive team, including an experienced doctor, veterinary assistants, kennel staff, and client service representatives. Its facilities include three exam rooms, a surgical suite, a digital radiology and ultrasound room, and in-house laboratories. The practice treats small animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, rats, and guinea pigs. The team performs surgeries one day per week and sees wellness and sick appointments three days per week. The schedule is full-time, with hospital hours Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The role is suited to veterinarians who value high standards of medicine, teamwork, teaching, lifelong learning, and trusted relationships with clients and colleagues. Compensation is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials; the position may also be eligible for variable pay programs. VCA is a veterinary-care network with 1,000 animal hospitals and 35,000 associates, serving more than 4.5 million pets annually. VCA is part of Mars Veterinary Health and describes its mission as working toward “A Better World for Pets.”

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Interest in teaching others and working collaboratively as part of a team.
Curiosity and commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.
Empathy and ability to develop trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
Passion for pets and their care.

Responsibilities

Provide veterinary care to small animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, rats, and guinea pigs.
Perform surgeries and provide wellness and sick appointments as part of the hospital’s schedule.
Practice to the highest standard of medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethics.
Collaborate with the hospital care team and contribute to a supportive environment.
Build trusted relationships with clients and associates.
Teach others and continue learning and developing professionally.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Infertility benefits and gender affirmation services.
Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave.
Continuing education allowance and paid continuing education days.
WOOF University continuing education for doctors and the care team.
Access to a Clinical Studies program.
Headspace app subscriptions, a financial wellness tool, and additional mental health resources through the Associate health and well-being department.
Generous employee pet discounts.
Variable pay programs may be available.