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Associate Veterinarian

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Stafford, TX
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Stafford, TX
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Provides comprehensive veterinary care for cats and dogs, including wellness and sick visits, in a full-service animal hospital. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating patients, practicing high-quality medicine, collaborating with veterinary technicians and support staff, educating clients, and maintaining veterinary ethical standards. Full-time veterinarians work four days per week with rotating Saturdays. Mentorship is available for students and new graduates.
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Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Stafford Oaks 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
 

•    VCA Stafford Oaks Animal Hospital has been caring for pets in the Stafford/Sugar Land area since 1976!

•  Conveniently located just minutes from Sugar Land and Missouri City, making for an easy commute with access to shopping, dining, and vibrant surrounding communities
•    A full-service hospital equipped with the cutting-edge technology, including Ligasure, surgical and therapeutic lasers, ultrasound, in-house bloodwork and more!
•    3 Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) on staff to help you provide top-notch care   
•    We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible   
•    We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach
•    Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship
Schedule
•    Full-Time schedule
•    Our hospital is open Monday - Friday 7:00am – 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am – 1:00pm
•    Our full-time veterinarians work 4 days a week with a rotating Saturday – we believe in a strong work/life balance!
Cases 
•    Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats and dogs
•    Mixture of wellness and sick patients
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 with LVTs and support staff
•    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
•    Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
•    Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available.  
•    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 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 Texas 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.
Make a difference in pets’ lives while growing your career in a supportive, modern hospital!
Learn more about the hospital here: Hospital Website

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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