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Associate Veterinarian
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What they do
A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$129,971 / year median in California
+21% projected growth
Job Description
- _Why join the team_
- + High-quality medicine and exceptional service + Electronic medical records, full in-house lab, and Antech reference lab + Advanced diagnostics: ultrasound, digital x-ray with board-certified radiology reports, and hands-free radiology + Fully equipped dental suite with digital radiography + Collaborative, fun work environment with loyal clientele + Hands-free radiology + AAHA accredited + Prime location in
Orangevale:
a charming small-town vibe close to Sacramento, Folsom, Lake Tahoe, Lake Folsom, and the American River for outdoor activities + Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship- _Schedule_
- + Full-Time or Part-Time, flexible options + Open Monday-Friday (7:30 am
- 5 pm) and Saturday (9 am
- 5 pm) + No on-call or overnight cases
- _Cases_
- + Small animal practice with a focus on preventative care + Broad range of medical and surgical cases + Convenient access to referral hospitals for specialty or emergency care
- _Who we look for_
- + People obsessed with pets and their care + Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine + Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team + Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career + Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust
- _Total Rewards_
- As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including: Compensation + The annual salary range for this position is $66,560
- $180K.
- offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team + Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en/benefits)
- _Qualifications_
- + A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent + Licensure in good standing to practice in CA, or the ability to obtain + A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
- _About VCA_
- VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
- _Learn more about the hospital_
- _[Link to hospital website]_
- If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer- Veterans / Disabled.