Join us as an Day Shift Emergency Veterinarian, 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

Multi-specialty and emergency hospital established in Northern Virginia in 1995We pride ourselves on our collaborative and collegial work environment Full-time Surgery, medical and radiation Oncology (linear accelerator and I131 therapies), Neurology/Neurosurgery, Radiology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Dermatology, and Physical Therapy specialists to help provide multimodality patient care and supportA total of 24 exam roomsFive surgical suites with enclosed sterile corridor3D Spiral CT, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, C-arm, and MRI are all available in-house  Rapid in-house lab machines (CBC, chemistry, electrolyte, coag monitors, and more) for quick service to outpatients and inpatients. In-house Antech lab as well!  Opportunities to teach and mentor with our active internship program (six annually) and frequent vet student externs and DVM continuing education programs.24/7/365 support from our CritiCare Department to facilitate overnight/weekend patient care, urgent referrals, and critical care patient needs.

Schedule

Day Shift

Community

Located in Fairfax County, Virginia, offering an outstanding quality of life for singles and families, including public schools ranked among the best in the country and numerous prestigious universities nearby. In addition to an educated, affluent population, the country’s most robust economy, and career opportunities for spouses, the area offers an exciting and vibrant nightlife, trendsetting restaurants, and cultural, historical, and international events unique to Washington, D.C. With four distinct seasons and varied geography, our region offers the best of all worlds: Hiking, golfing, rafting, skiing, sailing, beaches, rock climbing, and most every other sport or activity can be found at most a short drive away.

Who we look for

People obsessed with pets and their careDedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicineCollaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a teamCurious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling careerEmpathetic 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. 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 teamOpportunities 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 equivalentLicensure in good standing to practice in Virginia or the ability to obtainA 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 at the hospital website  VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergncy Center

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