VCA Abbott Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our tenured DVM team in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Whether you are a new graduate or a seasoned veterinarian we are here to support and invest in you.  Our large multi-doctor practice prides itself on giving back to the veterinary community. With our convenient location close to the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University you will often find veterinary students completing externships or participating in our summer job program. We take a lot of care in providing a collaborative environment and value what each team member can bring.  We have all of the diagnostic tools you will need to practice high-quality medicine with a hometown feel.

To learn more, check out our Hospital Website.

We are looking for a full-time Associate that will value the culture that we have built.  Our practice is open 7 days a week and we offer a 4-day work week with rotating weekend coverage so that you may have a life outside of work where you can recharge and be the best doctor that you can be.

New England’s second-largest city, Worcester is located in the heart of Massachusetts. It combines the historic charm of a small town with the convenience and attractions of a thriving metropolis. To learn more click on Discover Central Massachusetts.

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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 Staff
• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

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

About VCA Animal Hospitals

VCA Animal Hospitals operates more than 1,000 small animal veterinary hospitals in the U.S., Canada and Japan. The hospitals are staffed by more than 4,500 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians to give pets the very best in medical care, of which over 600 are board certified specialists who are experts in areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency and critical care, and surgery for animals. VCA Animal Hospitals provides a full range of general practice services to keep pets well and specialized treatments when pets are ill. As part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, VCA is committed to its purpose—A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS®.

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