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Join the Standiford Veterinary Center's Emergency Mentorship Program for a Rewarding Career!

Are you a recent veterinary graduate or a veterinarian without emergency experience, eager to pursue a thriving career in emergency care and surgical medicine? Standiford Veterinary Center and Emergency (SVC) is excited to offer you the opportunity to grow as an exceptional emergency care veterinarian in a safe and supportive environment through our Veterinary Emergency Mentorship Program.

About Standiford Veterinary Center and 24/7 Emergency (SVC):

SVC stands as a reputable 24/7 emergency care hospital, conveniently located in Modesto, CA. Our prime position in the Central Valley of California allows for easy access to both the breathtaking mountains and the picturesque ocean. With the splendid Yosemite National Park and the vibrant San Francisco within reach, you'll find an ideal blend of nature and city life. At SVC, we are deeply committed to providing the highest level of veterinary care, and our clinic is staffed with seasoned emergency care veterinarians, ensuring a supportive environment for your professional growth.

The Veterinary Emergency Mentorship Program:

At SVC, we recognize the importance of nurturing talent and providing guidance to new graduates and veterinarians without emergency experience. Our mentorship program is thoughtfully designed to help you excel as an emergency care veterinarian and enhance your surgical skills. The program includes:

- Weekly Mentor Meetings: Engage in regular one-on-one sessions with experienced mentors to receive personalized guidance and support tailored to your unique needs.

- Topic Rounds: Participate in enlightening discussions and learning sessions covering various veterinary topics, expanding your knowledge and expertise.

- Surgical Soft Tissue Emergency Training: Embrace the opportunity to refine your surgical abilities in high-stakes emergency situations.

What's It Like to Work at SVC?

- Fun and Fulfilling: At SVC you'll experience a supportive environment filled with hardworking individuals who share a common passion for serving pets in need. Together, we find joy in our meaningful work.

- Collaborative Approach: Work closely with veterinary colleagues, registered veterinary technicians (RVTs), and technicians, collaborating as a cohesive team to deliver the best care for our patients. Multiple veterinarians per shift share ideas and provide mutual assistance, fostering a culture of teamwork.

- Safe and Supportive: With ample experience in mentoring new graduates and seasoned veterinarians transitioning into the emergency world, SVC is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment. We regularly mentor veterinary students from various esteemed veterinary schools, embracing our role in supporting everyone in our field.

- Life-Embracing: At SVC, we value work-life balance. No required on-call shifts allow you to enjoy your time off and explore friendships beyond the workplace. Our flexible scheduling accommodates family-friendly needs.

- Growth-Oriented: As a progressive practice, SVC offers numerous opportunities for continuous learning and skill improvement. We invest in learning and provide ample opportunities for continuing education to further your professional development.

- Surgery Opportunities: For those with a passion for surgery, we offer the chance to handle major emergency surgeries, providing a fulfilling experience of utilizing your surgical skills to the fullest.

At SVC, your well-being matters to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Short Term Disability paid for by employer 
• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family 
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Kaiser/UMR Insurance Plans with multiple options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options 
• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
• Long Term Disability option
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
• Generous Continuing Education Program
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Paid time off-inclusive of sick, personal, vacation and CE
• AVMA Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) provided
• VIN provided
• Reimbursement for: state Veterinary License / DEA License / state VMA Dues / AVMA Dues/ /-specialty dues 
• Master accounts with online publishers: Sage, Wiley, Elsevier
• LGBTQIA support with FOLX HEALTHCARE (if UMR enrolled)
• Sword Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Program (if UMR enrolled)
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

Salary: $130,000/annually

Join the United Veterinary Care Partner Hospital:

SVC proudly partners with United Veterinary Care, an organization that values and supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital. United Veterinary Care empowers hospital teams to provide exceptional patient care while fostering sustainable and fulfilling careers for veterinary professionals. Our shared goal is to create an inspiring and compassionate veterinary community.