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Join us as a **Relief Emergency Veterinarian** at **VCA Care Specialty and Emergency 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_

+ Our Emergency team is supported by our board-certified Emergency Care Criticalist, Dr. Virginia Frauenthal, and our seasoned Emergency veterinarians. Our specialty teams are led by our board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, Dr. Claudia Bowman, our board-certified Cardiologist, Dr. Carlie Day, and Dr. Kristi Gibbs, practice limited to dentistry.

+ Our qualified technicians, many RVTs, are equipped to assist in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations.

+ Our facility hosts equipment needed to perform advanced diagnostic imaging including abdominal, thoracic, and cardiac ultrasonography, video endoscopies, electrocardiography, holter monitoring, periodontics, endodontics, and other restorative dentistry.

+ Our team has a strong focus on hands-free radiology

+ Our team is dedicated to providing the best care for our patients, and we have been serving the local community for more than 20 years!

+ With loyalty and love for our hospital team, retention at our hospital is high, and several of our staff have been with Care for over a decade!

_Schedule_

+ We are looking for a **Relief** veterinarian to join our emergency team.

+ Schedule would cover **day (6a- 6p) or overnight shifts (6p- 6a)** , as needed

+ VCA Care is open 24 hours, 7 days per week, 365 days per year to serve our patients.

_Cases_

+ We are a small animal practice, treating mainly dogs and cats, with a select few of our veterinarians also treating rabbits, guinea pigs, and exotics.

+ We treat and hospitalize patients for a wide range of illnesses, mild to severe and life-threatening, always practicing the highest quality medicine.

_Location_

+ For its mild climate and enchanting location, Santa Barbara has won well-deserved recognition as “The American Riviera.” Santa Barbara is unique in many ways and discovering the hidden gems and history is half the fun of living here. This community has excellent restaurants, art and culture, community events, stunning beaches, hiking, and running trails. The perfect balance of small town feels with big city amenities. For those wanting big city attractions, LA is a short drive down the coast.

Please click apply now to be considered for this ideal Central Coast position!

Hospital Website (https://vcahospitals.com/care?utm\_source=maps&utm\_medium=organic&utm\_campaign=VCA\_Care\_Specialty\_and\_Emergency\_Animal\_Hospital)

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 and Lyra Health 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 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

+ Student loan advisory services and loan tools and resources

+ Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The daily salary range for this position is $1500 - $2500. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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 - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com