What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian position at VCA?
VCA Douglas County Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our busy, AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Castle Rock, Colorado .
Sign-on / Retention Bonus Available!
The vibrant town of Castle Rock is located just outside of Denver. Having served the community for many years, we pride ourselves on client service and teamwork to ensure the best patient care. Available in-house equipment includes comprehensive blood work (VetScan / Abaxis), PT / aPTT, IStat, blood type / cross matching capabilities, as well as various IDEXX point of care testing. We have digital radiology, digital dental radiology, two ultrasound machines, endoscopy, and laparoscopic capabilities. Our ideal candidate is energetic, a team player, and is committed to offering excellent patient care.
Castle Rock offers over 300 days of sunshine each year and the ability to enjoy hiking, skiing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and all of the beautiful parks, trails, and open spaces!
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As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including :
Health & Well-being
Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault 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 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
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience, annual salary starting at $105,000 - $145,000
To be considered for this position, please apply by : March 31, 2024
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
Salary : $105,000 - $145,000
