Associate Veterinarian

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Whispering Pines Animal Hospital 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.

Why Join the team

• Work alongside a dedicated, caring team, ensuring comprehensive support and collaboration in all aspects of care.

• Proudly serving our community for more than thirty years.

• Our clinic is equipped with cutting-edge technology and facilities, enabling you to provide the highest quality of care to all patients.

• We prioritize a hands-free approach and are committed to a fear-free environment, ensuring a pleasant experience for pets and their owners.

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time

• Hours of Operation:

  • Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00 am until 6:00 pm

  • Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00 am until 8:00 pm

  • Saturday from 8:00 am until 1:00 pm

Cases

• Small Animals

• A mixture of wellness, sick, and surgical cases

Community

• Centrally positioned within North Carolina, Carthage provides easy access to the majestic mountains and the stunning Carolina coast, all within a short drive.

• The area boasts a mild climate, a vibrant business community, a nationally recognized hospital and medical community, a top-quality school system, and a premier college.

• Our area is a golf enthusiast's paradise with over 43 golf courses, the US Open, and the World Golf Hall of Fame. If horses are more to your liking, the area is steeped in rich equine history. Enjoy the amenities of a big city while maintaining the charm of a small-town lifestyle, making Carthage an ideal place to call home.

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

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.

Health & Well-being

• Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity 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 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 North Carolina 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  or find us on social media.

Learn more at the hospital website:
VCA Whispering Pines

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification.…