Emergency Veterinarian (Overnight)

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Corpus Christi, TX, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Pet • Professional Services
The Role
Provides overnight emergency veterinary care for cats and dogs in a 24-hour hospital. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating emergency cases, practicing high-quality medicine, collaborating with the veterinary team, communicating with clients, teaching colleagues, and maintaining veterinary ethical standards. The role requires a DVM degree and Texas veterinary licensure or eligibility, with three 13-hour overnight shifts weekly.
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Join us as an Emergency Veterinarian (Overnight) at VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital & Emergency 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.

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Support Available!

Why join the team

•    An AAHA-accredited well-established 24-hour general practice/emergency hospital that has served the Corpus Christi area for 25 years!
•    Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, a Covidien Force Triad, 2 Class IV Companion lasers, rigid endoscopy, flexible videoscope, in-house lab, ultrasound, and a well-equipped dental suite.
•    We also offer certified pain management, medical acupuncture, chiropractic and laser therapy.
•    Our team is committed to using fear-free techniques when possible  
•    We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach
Schedule
•    Full-Time schedule
•    Our hospital is open 24/7
• This position will include (3) 13-hour overnight shifts from 7:00pm - 8:00am

Cases 
•    Our practice focuses on providing emergency care for cats and dogs
Who we look for
•    People obsessed with pets and their care
•    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 negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
•    This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs and bonuses. 
 

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 
•    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 
 
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Qualifications
•    A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
•    Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas, 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.
Learn more about the hospital here: VCA Oso Creek Animal Hospital

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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. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

Skills Required

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine in Texas, or ability to obtain licensure
  • Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
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The Company
HQ: Los Angeles, CA
35,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is a family of hometown animal hospitals dedicated to positively impacting pets, people, and communities. They provide world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year, offering a range of services from primary and urgent care to specialty and emergency medicine. VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands.

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