Introduction

Join us as a board certified or residency trained Internist at VCA Animal Emergency Critical Care 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

Housed in The LifeCentre for Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

AAHA accredited, 24/7 emergency/specialty hospital - 27,000 sq ft

Specialty services include emergency, critical care, internal medicine, radiology, neurology/neurosurgery, cardiology, dentistry/oral surgery, ophthalmology, general surgery, medical oncology, dermatology, radiation oncology and rehabilitation.

In-house lab, Doppler, ultrasound, ventilators, telemetry, spiral CT, MRI, and linear accelerator.

Close to snow skiing, spectacular beaches, and national parks.

Washington, D.C. is 45 minutes to the east, Blue Ridge Mountains are 30 minutes to the west, and Dulles International Airport is a 15-minute drive.

Access to a network of specialists within VCA

Schedule

Full or Part Time availability

Who we look for

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

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, 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, 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 

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

Residency Trained or Diplomate Board Certification

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.

For more information about this position, please contact Rayna Faumuina, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at rayna.faumuina@vca.com or 760-891-9903. 

If you are a current associate, you 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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.