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VCA Palo Alt Animal Hospital, located in Palo Alto, CA is looking for a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian who enjoys practicing advanced medicine with a cohesive, tenured team.

Our staff is extremely friendly, experienced and most employees have been with this hospital for more than 5 years. We have 2 RVT's as well as 5 veterinary assistants and 2 CSR's. We have a few veterinary assistants currently in school to obtain their RVT license. We have digital radiographs, updated ultrasound, digital dental x-rays with an updated dental machine. Our Doctors have their own office located on the second floor right next to our employee lounge! We have a huge parking lot for our Doctors and our clients, otherwise there is plenty of parking spots in the street.

Our hospital is located in the beautiful city of Palo Alto, very close to standard shopping center, Ikea as well as a delicious family owned restaurants next door!

Part-Time position 3 days/week with rotating weekends and 4 days off. Our hospital hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM and Saturdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and we are closed on major holidays!

At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

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 & 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 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