Join the VCA Chiquita Animal Hospital Team as an Urgent Care Veterinarian in sunny Cape Coral, Florida!
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 service to our community of clients. We are seeking an experienced DVM who enjoys practicing urgent care and surgery with out the overnight and on-call of a Emergency Specialty practice.
Your Opportunity: As an Urgent Care Veterinarian at VCA Chiquita Animal Hospital, you’ll collaborate with a team that values mutual respect and support, allowing you to focus on what you do best—caring for pets. With our dedicated support staff and positive work culture, you’ll have the opportunity to practice urgent care, follow cases to provide surgical and dental services aiding you to have a long-term patient relationship the GP practices are known for. Your ability to practice a diversity of case load that will aid you to increase your earning potential and develop long term patient relationships.
About VCA Chiquita Animal Hospital: Located in the heart of Cape Coral, our hospital is a cornerstone of the community, providing comprehensive veterinary care, including general medicine, surgery, dentistry, and emergency services. Our commitment to growth and development means you’ll be joining a practice that is continually evolving to meet the needs of our patients.
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
What Makes Us Unique? At VCA Chiquita, you’ll find a collaborative, inclusive environment where your career can thrive. Our hospital is deeply rooted in the Cape Coral community, known for its excellent quality of life, stunning waterfront views, and year-round outdoor activities. Cape Coral is a paradise for nature lovers, offering everything from kayaking through mangrove tunnels to enjoying pristine beaches. You’ll be part of a vibrant community that values a balanced lifestyle and outdoor adventures, with easy access to Fort Myers’ cultural attractions and dining experiences.
Why Join Our VCA Chiquita Family? If you’re looking to advance your career in a supportive, family-like environment, VCA Chiquita Animal Hospital is the place for you. You’ll work alongside talented general practitioners, and dedicated technical staff in a practice that prioritizes both patient care and your professional growth.
Located near Fort Myers and within sight of the glimmering Gulf of Mexico, Cape Coral is a vibrant and friendly community with all the beauty you expect from Southwest Florida. With more than 400 miles of canals, boating, fishing and water sports are a significant enhancement to the quality of life in Cape Coral. The city also boasts golf courses, tennis courts, athletic parks and nature preserves. Cape Coral is home to manatees, and Sirenia Vista Park has kayak routes to Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve, where birds wade amid mangroves.
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.
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