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VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our AAHA accredited practice located in Northwest Tucson, AZ!

We provide the community with both primary and urgent care services using cat-friendly and low-stress techniques. Along with serving our cherished clients and patients, our veterinarians make a great difference in our community as we are partnered with many local rescue organizations.

Our 6 veterinarians enjoy a fast-paced and varied caseload supported by an experienced and dedicated team. Our mentoring program sets new DVMs up for success, enabling them to learn while contributing to the success of the team. New veterinarians can expect Dr. O’Donnell’s (Medical Director) mentorship as well as support from our other experienced Associate Veterinarians.

Professional fulfillment is important, but we maintain a focus on work/life balance. Flexible scheduling affords our DVMs that balance. As a team, we are close-knit and try to support each other to prevent burnout, compassion fatigue, and/or the other issues that plague our field.

If you are looking for a place with like-minded, compassionate professionals dedicated to making a positive impact in their community all while maintaining a healthy work/life balance, VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is the place for you! We look forward to hearing from you!

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

Health & Wellness

• Innovative associate health and wellbeing 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

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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