Emergency Veterinarian

VCA Animal HospitalsLos Angeles, CA
$80,000 - $180,000Onsite

About The Position

Join us as an Emergency Veterinarian at VCA West LA 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. Referral center, primary care and teaching hospital with 24-hour emergency services. Largest specialty hospital in the area with 42,000 sq ft. 19 exam rooms, 9 surgery suites, 2 medical procedure rooms, MRI, CT, oncology suite, radiation oncology suite and dedicated anesthesia technical department. Specialties include Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Cardiology, Dentistry, Oncology and Anesthesia. Fear Free Certified associates when possible. AAHA accredited.

Requirements

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent.
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in California, or the ability to obtain.
  • Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
  • Commitment to upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
  • Obsessed with pets and their care.
  • Dedicated expert who wants to provide world-class medicine.
  • Collaborator who enjoys teaching others and working as a team.
  • Curious lifelong learner who wants to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career.
  • Empathetic partner who develops strong client and Associate relationships built on trust.

Nice To Haves

  • Fear Free Certified associates when possible.

Responsibilities

  • Provide emergency veterinary care.
  • Practice the highest standard of medicine.
  • Uphold the veterinary code of ethics.
  • Collaborate with a team.
  • Teach others.
  • Develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Vacation leave
  • Sick leave
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Generous employee pet discounts
  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
  • 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
  • Infertility benefits
  • Gender affirmation services
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