Description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Broadway 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

• Team: Join a collaborative team of multiple experienced doctors and a dedicated care team for each doctor.
• Facilities/technology: Our hospital has state-of-the-art technology and modern facilities to ensure you can provide top-notch care.
• Hands-free: Enjoy a hands-free environment where your focus remains on patient care.
• Fear-free: We prioritize a fear-free experience for our patients, ensuring a calmer and more productive environment.
• Open to current students or new graduates: We welcome and support current veterinary students and new graduates and provide a robust mentorship program.
• Collaborative Environment: The team promotes open communication and collaboration, allowing Veterinarians, RVTs, and CSRs to work closely together, ensuring comprehensive and effective treatment plans. 
• Strong Relationships: Long-term staff members (some of us have worked together for over 20 years!) have built trust and camaraderie, leading to effective teamwork.
• Community Connection: We are passionate about our Oakland community and cherish the opportunity to serve its pet owners and their furry companions. Our commitment to local outreach and support helps strengthen the bond we share with our neighbors.  We do outreach at the local high schools and senior assisted living, and we enjoy participating in animal fundraisers in our area. 
• Commitment to Excellence: Our dedicated team includes six experienced RVTs and two assistants currently in training to become licensed. Our Client Service Representatives (CSRs) excel in creating a warm, empathetic environment, ensuring that clients feel valued and engaged throughout their experience with our hospital.

Schedule

• We offer flexible scheduling options, including Full-Time, Part-Time, and Rotating shifts to fit your lifestyle.
• Our Hours of Operation are designed to accommodate both our patients and staff's needs.

Cases

• Patient mix: Work with a diverse mix of patients, providing a wide range of cases that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.

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 VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including: 

• The annual salary range for this position is $66,560 - $200K.
• The sign-on Bonus is up to $25k.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. The 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 resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health) 
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• 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 

 
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Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), 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. 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 forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™.  Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Learn more about the hospital

If interested in this opportunity, please click here.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com