Relief Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals•Palmer, AK
•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Far Country Animal Hospital in Palmer, Alaska is seeking a relief DVM to join their tenured team. This is a small animal, AAHA accredited general practice located in the Matanuska Valley. The hospital has a unique culture that values individual skills and personalities, and the team is dedicated to adapting, learning, and striving for excellence. They prioritize empathy, humor, work-life balance, compassionate patient care, and integrity.

Requirements

  • Must be a licensed DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine).

Nice To Haves

  • Enjoys practicing gold standard medicine.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 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 Staff
  • VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
  • Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
  • Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
  • 100% paid professional liability coverage
  • 100% paid life insurance
  • 100% paid short-term disability insurance
  • Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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