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VCA Animal Hospitals

Associate Veterinarian

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Charlotte, NC, USA
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Charlotte, NC, USA
Entry level
Provides general veterinary care, including wellness examinations, surgical and dental procedures, client education, and compassionate patient advocacy. Collaborates with a four-doctor team, contributes to a high standard of medicine, develops lasting client relationships, and participates in ongoing professional development and continuing education.
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Introduction

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Stoney Creek 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

  • A unique, expanding, four-doctor general practice
  • AAHA accredited
  • Part of the North Charlotte/University community for over 25 years
  • Committed to building lasting relationships with patients and clients, advocating for animal wellness, and providing compassionate veterinary care

Schedule

  • Full-Time – 4-day workweek with rotating Saturdays

Cases

  • Include routine wellness care, surgical, and dental procedures

Community

  • Charlotte boasts a variety of attractions, including NFL football with the Carolina Panthers, NBA basketball with the Charlotte Hornets, and NASCAR racing at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
  • We are also close to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus, the National Whitewater Center, and the Uptown area.
  • Being situated between the Smoky Mountains and the beach makes it easy to enjoy a quick weekend getaway.  

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 in 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. 
  • 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 North Carolina 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 VCA Stoney Creek

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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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