What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian - Philadelphia, PA position at VCA Animal Hospitals?
VCA Knightswood Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited, small animal practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Current students or new graduates, apply today!
We’ve been serving the local community for more than 50 years! Each doctor and staff are dedicated and compassionate providing the best medical care and service to our clients and patients. We have four exam rooms, digital radiography, digital dental radiography and electronic medical records, plus we’re fully equipped to perform diagnostic procedures in-house unless advanced care is needed.
A full time schedule consists of four days a week and every other Saturday. We know the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide every opportunity for our hospital team to live their best lives!
VCA Knightswood is located in the suburbs of Philadelphia – about 18 miles (30 minutes) from downtown and all that it has to offer. Enjoy a tour through history at Independence Hall, the Franklin Institute and the Liberty Bell. Other Philly attractions include the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Please Touch Children’s Museum, the Philadelphia Zoo and Reading Terminal Market for food and shopping. If you are looking for a slower pace, visit Bucks County about 45 minutes away and enjoy nature trails, bike trails, parks along with some great places to eat and shop. Other highlights from Bucks County include the Bucks County Playhouse, Nutter Museum, Sesame Place (for the kiddos), Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve and Fonthill Castle. Great location for city activities and relaxation in the country.
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At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.
Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine starts with taking care of our associates! As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Benefits, Health & Well-Being
Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources).
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Medical/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services.
Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave.
Student loan services to help with assessment and refinancing.
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.
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
