**_Introduction_** Join us as a board-certified or residency-trained **Criticalist** at **VCA Valley Oak Veterinary Center** 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_** + Growing Surgery and Internal Medicine service, hybrid specialty and general practice hospital + 14,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, which include MRI, digital radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and arthroscopy + Rehabilitation center with a certified rehabilitation specialist and underwater treadmill + Access to a network of specialists within VCA + Located in Chico, CA. Chico’s charm is hard to match. Home to one of the largest municipal parks in the United States, Chico is ranked as the number one Cycling City in the Nation by Bicycle Magazine and one of the top ten Best Small Art Towns in America. Located north of Sacramento at the base of the Sierra Nevada foothills, and just a few hours from San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, Mt. Lassen and Mt. Shasta, Chico residents are never far from their next adventure **_Schedule_** + Full or part-time availability **_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 **_Learn more about the hospital here (https://vcahospitals.com/valley-oak) !_** **_Total Rewards_** As a VCA Associate, 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. The 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 resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health) + 401k retirement savings plan with company match + Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits + 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 Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en/benefits) **For more information about this position, please contact Kristen Hreczan, Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at** **Kristen.hreczan@vca.com** **or 704-351-0221** Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to $300,000. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. **_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 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