Emergency Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Animal Specialty and Emergency Center (ASEC) is seeking an Emergency doctor to join our team of specialists, which includes Critical Care, internal medicine, surgery, cardiology, radiology, and oncology. We offer exceptional service for our clients and our referring veterinarians, and promote a team mentality with a supportive work environment. We pride ourselves on nurturing a strong team mentality in a positive, cooperative work environment. Our ECC team consists of 3 criticalists and 8 other full-time emergency doctors. The department is also supported by an excellent, highly-qualified technical staff, a fantastic, hard-working client service group, and dedicated, experienced managers. We are interested in applicants with an interest in teaching, as we have a very strong rotating internship program as well as visiting extern students. Our hospital is located in beautiful west Los Angeles! VCA ASEC is just 15 minutes from the beaches, 20 minutes from hiking trails, and 90 minutes from winter skiing. The weather is outstanding with over 300 sunny days a year so there are plenty of recreational opportunities to enjoy when you are away from the hospital. As one of the largest, most dynamic, and most culturally diverse cities in the United States, L.A. and the surrounding area is an amazing place to live and work. If you’re thinking about relocating but don’t know much about our lovely area, the L.A. experience is such that there are neighborhoods to fit any lifestyle, all in one place.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree.
• Interest in teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to potentially relocate to West Los Angeles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine.
• Specialty in Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Radiology, or Oncology.
• Experience with a rotating internship program or veterinary students.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency veterinary care.
• Collaborate with a team of specialists and technical staff.
• Contribute to a supportive and cooperative work environment.
• Potentially participate in teaching and mentoring interns and extern students.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health & Well-being programs (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance
• Infertility benefits
• Gender affirmation services
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University for CE
• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program
• Opportunities to participate in a Clinical Studies program
• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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