Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Newark 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

Spacious building with TWELVE exam rooms, wellness room and large treatment room. Desks, laptops and large shared office space for all veterinarians. 

Surgical suites (2) with latest patient monitoring and warming equipment

Separate ultrasound room with advanced equipment

Surgical laser

Snyder oxygen cages

Separate surgical recovery area, kennel areas and quarantine area 

Separate quiet cat ward

Sound DR digital radiography, AFP imaging digital dental x-ray, tonometry

Our management and support team members are an extension of your family!  We take pride in our team and in our close relationships with our clients and patients.  Our continuous goal is delivering compassionate client service and quality medicine.

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

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-Time

Hours of Operation:

Mon:

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue:

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed:

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu:

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri:

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sat:

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sun:

Closed

Cases

We see a mix of cases

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: 

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, 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 degree, from an accredited university or equivalent

Licensure in good standing to practice in DE, 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

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.