Introduction

Join us as a Relief Emergency Veterinarian at VCA Sacramento Veterinary Referral Center 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

24/7 emergency/specialty hospital, custom-designed 27,000 sq ft building

Specialty services include Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Surgery, Neurology, Medical & Radiation Oncology, and Emergency/Critical Care.

15 exam rooms, 6 surgical suites, ER surgical room, 64-slice Toshiba CT with automatic injector, 1.5 Tesla MRI, linear accelerator

Endoscopic, laparoscopic and thorascopic instrumentation, multiple ultrasounds including a color flow Doppler, O2 cages, two digital radiology suites and a C-arm

Complete in-house lab, Abaxis CBC, PT/PTT, chemistry machines, Heska EPOC, I-stat and colloid osmometer 

Strong rotating internship program with daily rounds, teaching environment

Hiking, mountain biking, water sports, skiing, wine tasting, and camping

Access to a network of specialists within VCA

Schedule

Emergency Department shifts on an as needed basis.

Who we look for

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

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The salary range for this position is $1,300 to $2,500 per shift.

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 team

Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program 

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)

Learn more about the hospital here and here!

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.

If you are a current associate, you 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.