Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals • Bedford, TX

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About The Position

VCA Advanced Care Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, from routine wellness to involved medical cases. The hospital offers world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented, collaborative team. It is AAHA-accredited and uses hands-free radiology and fear-free techniques when possible. Its technology includes digital radiography, cold laser, and ultrasound. Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.

The position is full-time preferred, though part-time candidates may be considered. The hospital has rotating weekends when needed. Current hours are Monday 7:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., and Saturday 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Compensation is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and relevant credentials; sign-on, relocation, and longevity bonuses may be available, along with potential eligibility for other variable pay programs.

Eligible full-time employees may receive health and well-being resources, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services, paid parental, vacation, and sick leave, continuing education allowance and paid continuing education days, access to WOOF University continuing education, and opportunities to participate in a clinical studies program. Other listed benefits include competitive compensation and employee pet discounts.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply; dedicated mentorship is available.
• Interest in collaboration, teaching others, and continued professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, including routine wellness and involved medical cases.
• Practice to the highest standard of medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethics.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Teach and support others as appropriate.

Benefits

• Sign-on, relocation, and longevity bonuses may be available.
• Potential eligibility for other variable pay programs.
• Health and well-being resources, including Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources.
• 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.
• Opportunities to participate in a clinical studies program.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous employee pet discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree