Description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Westside 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

• Facilities/Technology: Large surgery suite, new surgical lights, updated anesthesia equipment (Midmark Monitors, warming blankets), digital whole-body and dental x-rays, and modernized computers, iPads, and phones
• Hands-free radiology
• AAHA-accredited
• Unique Team & Culture: Supportive, experienced team with a commitment to high-quality care

Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5:30 PM (currently closed Mondays until a new vet is hired); Saturdays, 8 AM - 4 PM

Cases

• Patients: Cats and dogs
• Services: Wellness care, sick visits, dental, spay/neuter, general surgery

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 $150-180k/year
• Sign-on bonus of up to $25k.
• 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 
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

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
   

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