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VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital is currently looking for an Emergency Veterinarian to join our outstanding team of veterinary professionals. 

Take a closer look at our hospital here.

Services at VCA West Coast include ophthalmology, internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency, and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical, and radiation oncology, cardiology, dentistry, and physical rehabilitation. With a large and growing referral base, few veterinary referral centers have what VCA West Coast has to offer.

To join our team, you need to embrace client service, be at the top of your game offering the highest quality of medical care, and enjoy a fast pace. 

VCA West Coast is located in Fountain Valley, CA, adjacent to Huntington Beach and the gorgeous Pacific Coast Highway, ten minutes from the beach. This is the classic example of Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees, and postcard-perfect days and nights. We boast some of the best schools in the state, some of the safest places to raise a family, and an outstanding quality of life. Orange County is located an easy distance from many outdoor activities; you can surf in the morning and ski in the afternoon!

We are a growing practice that has just relocated to our 30,000 sq foot state-of-the-art location we are prime for a steep trajectory of growth!

You're joining a team with nearly limitless boundaries of personal and professional growth. Strong candidates are encouraged to apply.

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