VCA Civano Animal Hospital & Emergency Center is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established, 24/7 emergency and general practice in Tucson, Arizona.

We are looking for someone specifically to fill an emergency veterinarian position in a hybrid role filling both swing and overnight shifts in a rotating schedule. 

VCA Civano Animal Hospital provides care for companion animals (dogs/cats), a variety of exotic species (birds, reptiles, small mammals) and large animals (horses, small ruminants and a variety of farm animals).  Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with companion animals, and will not required to see the other species listed unless comfortable.

At VCA Civano Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, we take pride in our encompassing approach to veterinary care. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where teamwork among all is the norm, creating a culturally diverse and welcoming environment. Our emergency and general practice 24hr hospital welcomes all patients in need from general practice care to surgical and emergency requirements. We are equipped with advanced digital radiographs, cardiac/thoracic/and abdominal ultrasound, portable radiology, various in-house analyzers, flexible and rigid endoscopy, dentistry, bovie electrocautery, boarding and much more to ensure we are performing top-tier medicine.

East Tucson perfectly blends natural beauty and urban convenience. Located on the edge of Tucson where all the benefits of the city are close with the surrounding desert landscape catching your eyes at every moment. Short drives to reach areas such as Tombstone, Bisbee, Sonoita, Phoenix or visit the snow on Mt. Lemmon in the winter for skiing. The Arizona heat may be discouraging however we are in a perfect area to enjoy frequent monsoon storms during our few hot summer months as well as just a short drive to several surrounding lakes for water sports. Tucson offers a growing community, varieties of culture as well as being the home to the University of Arizona. Enjoy the amenities of a big city while maintaining the charm of the breath-taking Sonoran Desert, making Tucson an ideal place to call home.

Seasoned veterinarians are invited to apply!  Willing to consider a recent graduate with emergency experience.

VCA takes pride in expanding the growth and skill set of new veterinarians as well as seasoned veterinarians wishing to expand their knowledge base.  We have a staff of ten associate veterinarians who are more than happy to help mentor and provide guidance if so desired.

Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine starts with taking care of our associates!  

As our ideal candidate, you have: The ideal candidate would exemplify the core qualities of our culture and endeavor to contribute in positive ways. This candidate is open to the ever-changing nature of veterinary medicine and strives to provide the highest standard of care.

• A valid DVM degree or equivalent, enabling practice in the United States
• Completed a small animal internship or have 2 years of in hospital emergency experience
• Comfortable with a multitude of surgeries to include laceration repair, cystotomy, splenectomy, gastrointestinal foreign body, pyometra and basic stabilization for fractures etc
• Leadership skills combined with a positive, team-player attitude to enable our team to flourish 
• Excellent diagnostic and critical care skills 
• Exemplary client service skills, allowing you to build trust and loyalty with clients 
• Organizational skills, which allow you to work efficiently under pressure and multi-task
• The drive and ability to train and mentor our team
• Ability to work a variety of shifts and rotate through weekends and statutory holidays. There is a set schedule that rotates with another associate between swing shifts and night shifts.  Schedule can be negotiable pending experience level.
• Supports the teams of all departments

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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