Location Palmer, Alaska, United States of America Category Veterinarian Job Id R-237197 Job Type Full time
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Far Country 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
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Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including Snyder ICU, Force Triad Ligasure, Bovie electrocautery, New Versana Active ultrasound, portable digital dental radiography, chemotherapy capabilities
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Hands-free radiology safety standards
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All of our associates are Fear-Free Certified
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AAHA-accredited
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Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship
Schedule
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Full-Time schedule preferred, with monthly Saturday rotations
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Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8am – 6pm
Cases
- Small animal and exotics
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Preventative care, advanced dentistry, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, periodic urgent and emergency care
Who we look for
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People obsessed with pets and their care
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Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
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Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
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Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
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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
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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
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Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
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401k retirement savings plan with company match
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Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
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Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development
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Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
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WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
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Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
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Qualifications
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A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
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Licensure in good standing to practice in Alaska state, or the ability to obtain
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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.
Learn more about the hospital HERE.
VCA is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, if you need assistance or accommodation because of a disability, please don’t hesitate to ask. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant or Associate will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
If you are a current associate, you will 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
