Associate Veterinarian

About the role

Join us as a Veterinarian at VCA Bakersfield Veterinary 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.

Facilities/technology

• 7 exam rooms
• An overnight sleeping room
• Digital radiographs
• Dental radiographs
• Ligasure
• Ultrasound
• 2 oxygen chambers
• A dedicated surgical suite
• A dedicated dental suite
• We offer boarding services
• Hands-free radiology strongly encouraged
• AAHA accredited
• Board certified cardiologist, criticalists, and dermatologists that visit our clinic at least once per month seeing cases

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in California, or the ability to obtain
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Total Rewards

• Annual salary range: $80,000 to $180,000
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs
• 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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Additional benefits available upon request