Description

Join us as an Emergency Veterinarian at VCA East Bay Veterinary Emergency 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

• Four exam rooms, large treatment area, surgery suite, isolation unit, Snyder ICU oxygen cage
• In-house lab capabilities: Heska CBC/Chemistry, Electrolytes, iStat, PT/PTT, and more
• In-house ultrasound, digital radiography, and radiologist consult options
• Emergency surgeries performed by a board-certified on-call surgeon
• Hospital supports interns in a 13-month program, shared with Encina Veterinary Medical Center
• Surgical support includes Cardell monitors, pulse ox, and blood pressure monitoring
• Electronic Medical Records
• Experienced RVTs and vet assistants
• Strong referral base from loyal RDVMs
• Hands-free radiology
• Close relationship with Antioch Animal Services
• Accept Good Samaritan injured pets found in the City of Antioch

Schedule

• 24/7 facility focused on emergency care for dogs and cats
• Referral hospital for after-hours care from local general practitioners

Cases

• Cats and dogs only

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 $180k - $250K.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.  Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.  
• 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 companymatch 
• 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 
   

Qualifications

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

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