Join us as an **Urgent Care Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Chiquita Animal Hospital in Cape Coral, FL** is hiring and you’ll quickly discover that world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team well support you. 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. Questions? Please email Laurel Norman at laurel.norman@vca.com **Why Urgent Care?** Urgent Care in the veterinary field is growing rapidly to meet the increasing demand for same-day or next-day non-emergent care that primary care veterinarians may not be able to provide. This role offers a more relaxed environment, providing you with the flexibility to balance work and life while offering convenience to our clients and top-notch care to their pets. At **VCA Chiquita** , we offer urgent and emergent care walk-in services to our community of clients. We are seeking an experienced DVM who enjoys practicing urgent care and surgery without the overnight and on-call demands of an Emergency Specialty practice. **Why Join the Team?** + Join a well-established hospital that offers a wide range of **medical, surgical, dental** , and **diagnostic services** . + We offer **eastern/alternative medicine** , including acupuncture, alongside advanced veterinary technology such as: + **Dental radiographs** + **Ultrasound** + **Digital radiographs** + **In-house labs** + Located near **Fort Myers** , with beautiful Southwest Florida surroundings and easy access to **boating, fishing,** and **water sports** . + **Cape Coral** boasts more than **400 miles of canals** , parks, and nature preserves, making it an ideal place for outdoor enthusiasts. **Schedule** + **Flexible full-time** schedule available, ensuring work-life balance with no after-hours or on-call shifts required. **Hospital Hours** + **Monday** : 8 AM–7 PM + **Tuesday** : 8 AM–6 PM + **Wednesday** : 8 AM–6 PM + **Thursday** : 8 AM–6 PM + **Friday** : 8 AM–7 PM + **Saturday** : 8 AM–4 PM + **Sunday** : Closed **Cases** + **Urgent care cases** , walk-ins, and sick patients. + **Small Animal** (dog/cat). + **Comprehensive medical, surgical, dental** , and **alternative care** . **_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 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, Fidelity 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) _(open link in new window)_ **_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. **_Learn more about the hospital_** _[Link to hospital website] (https://vcahospitals.com/chiquita)_ **DISCLAIMER** The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. VCA is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, if you need assistance or accommodation because of a disability, please don’t hesitate to ask. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant or Associate will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. **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