Associate Veterinarian DVM VMD

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove, MN!, 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.

Questions? Please contact Laurel Norman at laurel.norman@vca.com

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

Why Join the Team?
VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove is a Fear Free and Low Stress Handling Certified hospital, dedicated to providing exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our 10,000 sq. ft. AAHA-accredited facility is fully equipped with:

• Advanced diagnostics—digital radiography, ultrasound, ECG
• Comprehensive dentistry—dedicated dental suite with digital dental radiographs
• Surgical capabilities—laser surgery and endoscopy
• Additional services—cold and therapeutic laser therapy
• Convenient one-stop care—grooming and boarding services on-site
• We are a team-oriented practice with a 2:1 tech-to-DVM ratio, consisting of three doctors (four when fully staffed) and a strong team of CVTs and veterinary assistants. Our collaborative culture allows for ongoing mentorship and professional growth, with the support of a large network of doctors and specialists within VCA.
• Located in Maple Grove, MN, a highly rated suburb of Minneapolis, our community offers beautiful parks, top-rated schools, and a welcoming environment for families and professionals alike.

Schedule

• Full-time position with a 4-day workweek (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and occasional Saturdays)
• Hospital hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 6 PM;
• Saturdays, 8 AM – 2 PM
• No after-hours or on-call responsibilities

Cases
Our practice sees a diverse and rewarding caseload, including:

• General wellness and preventative care
• Surgical and dental procedures with advanced imaging
• Complex medical case management
• Fear Free and feline-friendly handling
• Future urgent care services—expanding in the next 3 years to offer more appointment availability
• Our DVMs love to collaborate on cases, and we strongly believe that teamwork and support are key to delivering high-quality veterinary care. If you're looking for a progressive, well-equipped hospital with a strong support team, VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove is the perfect place to grow your career!

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 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.  The annual salary range for this position is $100k to 150k.

• Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.

Health & Well-being 

• Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault 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 

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in (MN), 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.

Learn more about the hospital [Link to hospital website]

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

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000