VCA Gateway Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to complement our talented team in Anderson, California.

Sign-on Bonus up to $75k with a two-year commitment for doctors with 2+ years of experience!

We are located in a very unique and spacious 17,700 sf 1940’s building. We have a two-room surgical suite, in house laboratory, portable ultra sound, digital x-ray and digital dental x-ray along with a boarding facility.   

We are looking for a full-time veterinarian that would enjoy a 4-day work week Monday - Friday with no on call hours or weekends!

Anderson California is centrally located two hours north of Sacramento and 2 hours south of the Oregon border.  If you love the outdoors there are no boundaries for you here!  VCA Gateway is just minutes from the Sacramento River, Shasta and Whiskey Town lakes encompassing endless hiking trails, plenty of opportunities for boating, swimming, skiing, and spending quality time with your friends and family.

Get a virtual tour of our hospital and introduction to our team HERE!

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Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $66,560 - $180K. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine starts with taking care of our associates!  As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Benefits, Health & Well-Being

• Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Medical/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services.
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave.
• Student loan services to help with assessment and refinancing.

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days.
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff.
• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting.
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program.

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets.
• 100% paid professional liability coverage.
• 100% paid life insurance.
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance.
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists.

About VCA Animal Hospitals

VCA Animal Hospitals operates more than 1,000 small animal veterinary hospitals in the U.S., Canada and Japan. The hospitals are staffed by more than 4,500 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians to give pets the very best in medical care, of which over 600 are board certified specialists who are experts in areas such as oncology, cardiology, emergency and critical care, and surgery for animals. VCA Animal Hospitals provides a full range of general practice services to keep pets well and specialized treatments when pets are ill. As part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, VCA is committed to its purpose—A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS®.

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