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Associate Veterinarian

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Coconut Creek, FL
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Coconut Creek, FL
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Provide veterinary care primarily for dogs and cats, with some exotic species cases, at a modern animal hospital. Work collaboratively with doctors and support staff, uphold veterinary ethics and high medical standards, develop client relationships, and participate in ongoing learning. The full-time role has no on-call or after-hours shifts, and mentorship is available for students and new graduates.
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Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Hillsboro Animal Hospital in Coconut Creek, FL, 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?
  • Experienced, Supportive Team: Our doctor team and support staff have a combined total of many years of experience.

  • Advanced, Modern Facility: Our facility includes digital X-rays, dental X-rays, cold/therapeutic lasers, and a dedicated dental suite.

  • Collaborative Environment: VCA Hillsboro fosters a positive, team-oriented atmosphere, with dedicated leadership and skilled staff who prioritize top-notch medicine.

  • Beautiful, state-of-the art facility

  • Nestled in a beautiful Coconut Creek, Florida area, our hospital is surrounded by picturesque scenery and a welcoming community. This vibrant area offers easy access to beaches, parks, dining, and shopping, making it a great place to work and live.

  • Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule
  • Full-Time

  • No on-call or after-hours shifts

Cases
  • Small Animal Focus: Most cases are dogs and cats; however, we also see some exotic species, offering an excellent opportunity for those interested in a varied caseload.

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 in 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: 

Compensation

  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. 

  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. 

Health & Well-being 

  • Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Fidelity 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 (FL), 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.

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.

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