About this opportunity
VCA Animal Hospitals lists this Associate Veterinarian - Ringgold, Georgia opportunity in ringgold, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian VCA Catoosa Animal Hospital in Ringgold, GA. 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
Collaborative & Supportive Team: Join a highly collaborative team of doctors who thrive on peer-to-peer mentorship, case consultations, and mutual support.
Robust Tech Support: Work alongside a large, highly skilled team of experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs/RVTs/CVTs) dedicated to medicine and seamless workflows.
Advanced Medical Equipment: Leverage top-tier veterinary technology, including dedicated ultrasound, a state-of-the-art separate dental suite, and therapeutic laser.
Forward-Thinking Medicine: Build your career in a progressive hospital that actively embraces medical innovation, new ideas, and continuous improvement.
Active Mentorship: Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship
Learn more about the hospital here: VCA Catoosa Animal Hospital
Schedule
Full-time position
Operational Hours: Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Cases
Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
Diverse range of cases and emergency situations
Community
Exceptional Affordability: Benefit from a cost of living roughly 16% below the national average, making your hard-earned dollars go much further.
Accessible Housing Market: Find your dream home easily in a market where housing costs sit 30% below the national average.
Abundant Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy kayaking along the South Chickamauga Creek, exploring the Elsie A. Holmes Nature Park, or hiking the extensive trails at the nearby Chickamauga Battlefield
Prime Chattanooga Proximity: Experience a peaceful small-town lifestyle just 15–20 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, TN
Charming & Welcoming Community: Immerse yourself in a tight-knit community featuring beloved local traditions.
Top-Rated School System: Educate with confidence in the highly regarded Catoosa County School District, ranked as one of the best in the greater Chattanooga area.
Who Do 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.
Generous sign on bonuses available
This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.
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 companymatch
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 Georgia, 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.
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
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Worksite address
ringgold, GA, 30736, US
Who can apply
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