Join us as an Associate Veterinarian and VCA New Hartford 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. We will invest in you from day one by offering a strong bonus package upon signing!

 

Why join the VCA New Hartford Animal Hospital team 

Team of 3 doctors, 8 LVTs, 4 Veterinary Assistants, 4 CSRs, Assistant Manager, Hospital Manager with an MBA and CVPM 

13,000 sq ft facility with digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, double dental suite, double surgical suite, 9 exam rooms and 1 comfort euthanasia room 

 Long standing and well-established client base 

Hands-free 

Fear-free Certified Practice since 2021 - separate waiting area for dogs and cats 

AHAA accredited since 1995 

Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship 

Schedule 

FT, PT 

M-F 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-2pm 

Cases  

Canine and feline, some exotics/avian 

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 for 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.  Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.    The annual salary range for this position is $110K - $150K. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

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 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 (state), 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. 

 

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 vcacareers.com.