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Associate Veterinarian
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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.
$115,618 / year median in Maine
+16% projected growth
Job Description
- 2 techs for every DVM Associates have access to VCA's Scribe Program Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship Schedule Full-Time or Part-time available, Relief possible
Hours of Operation:
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7:30 am- 5:30 pm Sat
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Closed Cases Small / Companion animal focus 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 Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. Health & Well-being Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources) 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services Paid parental, vacation and sick leave Professional Development 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 Qualifications A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in ME, or the ability to obtain A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
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84223893 VCA Animal Hospitals Healthcare / Health Services View your LinkedIn connections VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually. Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forw... View Full Profile More Jobs from VCA Animal Hospitals Medical Director Closter, New Jersey, United States 1 hour ago Associate Veterinarian- Savannah, GA Savannah, Georgia, United States 1 hour ago Medical Director South Windsor, Connecticut, United States 1 hour ago See all Jobs View your connections LinkedIn Jobs You May Like A Veterinarian | Growing Emergency Practice In.
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- $400 $319 High-Speed Internet $50
- $100 $68 Transportation Gasoline (1 gallon) $3.