Join our VCA community as a full-time Float Veterinarian in the Coachella Valley supporting three of our Primary Care hospitals located in Bermuda Dunes and La Quinta, CA. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with multiple hospital teams you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

For the first time in the area, we are seeking an experienced veterinarian that would enjoy having a flexible schedule across three hospitals, VCA All Creatures, VCA Desert Dunes and VCA Village Park.

Why join the team

Enjoy a flexible schedule while maintaining full-time benefits.Exceptional Team: Work alongside side talented doctors and a dedicated care team, fostering collaboration and learning.State-of-the-Art Facilities: Enjoy access to advanced technology, including hands-free radiology and more.All hospitals use the same software (WOOFware) across all locations.Fear Free & AAHA Accredited: We prioritize patient comfort and safety, with Fear Free Certified associates and AAHA accreditation depending on hospital.Unique Culture: We work with our local shelters, rescue groups and the community to give back. We also provide the opportunity to leverage VCA Charities and volunteer to organizations when needed.

Schedule

Flexible full-time hours, rotating between hospitals to cover open shifts, vacations and CE days.No weekends required.The ability to pick up exotics shifts, wellness, sick pets, surgeries or procedures that you are passionate about or want to learn more about.Doctor schedules are combined for all three hospitals and posted minimum of three months ahead and a preference of six months.Hospital hours of operation either 7:30am to 5:30pm or 8:00am to 6:30pm Monday through Friday.Closed on major holidays.

Who we look for

People obsessed with pets and their care. Willing to see dogs, cats and exotics.Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicineCollaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a teamCurious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling careerEmpathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

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.

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000 to $180,000.Potential bonus for retention and based off performance.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, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)401k retirement savings plan with company matchHealth/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation servicesPaid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education DaysWOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care teamOpportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies programDiscover Additional Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Qualifications

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalentLicensure in good standing to practice in California, or the ability to obtainA 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.

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