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VCA Mueller Pet Medical Center is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to complement our talented team in Sacramento, California.

We are open 24 hours, 7 days per week offering both general practice and emergency services. 

VCA Mueller is a unique AAHA-accredited, 13-doctor practice offering high quality medicine in the community for over 55 years.  Our well-equipped hospital has electronic medical records, digital radiography, blood analyzers, oxygen cages, a ventilator and ultrasound. This spacious facility has 16 exam rooms, a spacious treatment area with an expanded ICU, isolation unit, a dental suite, two surgical suites and four wards with a separate ward just for cats.  We have a unique relationship with the Front Street City Shelter team which allows us to give back to the community in ways that other Veterinary Hospitals aren’t always able.  

At VCA Mueller we value work-life balance.  We are offering a full-time position with no on-call hours and are open to a flex-schedule for the appropriate candidate.  All Doctors have a set weekly schedule; and while most of our doctors work a combination of GP and Emergency shifts, this position will be solely emergency responsibility in order to support the critical emergency needs arising in our community.  This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy a high paced work environment with the support of a solid team of doctors and technical staff. 

The Sacramento region has an ideal year-round climate with numerous recreational options, including hiking, mountain biking, water sports, skiing, wine tasting, and camping. It is only an hour and a half drive from San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, or Napa Valley with all their accompanying activities. Sacramento is a large metropolitan city with a small town feel. There are many world-class restaurants, fun outdoor cafes, and art theaters to visit.

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As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $64,480 to $180k. 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 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

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

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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