Description

Join us as an Urgent Care Veterinarian at VCA Pacific Avenue Animal Hospital 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.

Why join the team

• Our hospital is equipped with 7 exam rooms. Digital Xray, Dental Xray, New Dental Machine, New Treatment Surgical lights, 2 Surgical rooms, 2 Isolation rooms, 3 kennel wards, Oxygen Kennel, in-house laboratory.
• Hands-free radiology safety standards
• 35 years and counting of AAHA-accreditation
• Solid client base, conveniently located near 512 highway's Pacific Avenue exit.
• Strong commitment to community service via partnerships with Humane Society and local Animal Control Departments. 
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship 

Schedule

• Flexible: Full-Time or Part-Time positions available
• Hours: Monday – Wednesday, 7am – 7pm; Thursday - Saturday, 7am – 9pm

Cases

• Small animal; dogs and cats. 
• Open to seeing exotics for an interested Doctor!
• General Practice, Urgent Care and Surgery services.
• We see a wide range of cases via our General Practice appointments, Surgical, and our walk-in Urgent Care. From Wellness appointments, vaccines, chronic disease management, and minor conditions in GP. Scheduled Neuters/Spays, Mass removals, Dentals, etc. in our Surgery department. To Dystocia surgeries, C-sections, Foreign body surgeries, Laceration repairs, Enucleations, Dog Bites, and the occasional emergency flea infestation in Urgent Care. It's never a dull day!

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 $80,000 to $180,000.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.  Salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.  
• 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 Washington state, 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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