What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum DVM position at VCA Animal Hospitals?
We are an AAHA certified, Fear-Free Certified pet hospital that specializes in all things canine and feline. Our facility is equipped with cutting edge equipment to help make sure we provide the highest standard of medicine.
We are located in the beautiful city of Maple Grove MN, where everything is just a quick 10 minute drive away!
**Competitive pay: $100-$120 per hour rate based on experience**
What We Offer
- A highly skilled support team including experienced credentialed technicians and assistants
- Newly renovated exam rooms, treatment spaces, and surgical suites
- Flexible scheduling with competitive relief rates
- A culture that values communication, respect, and excellent patient care
Position Overview
We are seeking a Locum Veterinarian to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy practicing high-quality fear-free medicine with the support of strong technical staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional care to all patients using fear-free practices.
- Perform diagnostics, develop treatment plans, and communicate effectively with clients
- Collaborate with outside specialists to ensure the gold standard of care.
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold the highest standards of patient care
- Continue to improve the quality of patient care through staying up to date on the changes in the veterinarian medicine field.
Qualifications
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Active veterinary license in MN (or ability to obtain one)
- Strong communication skills, compassion, and a commitment to excellent patient care
- Ability to adapt to a busy, fast-moving hospital environment
Ideal Candidate
- Comfortable managing a variety of cases
- Works well under pressure and enjoys problem-solving
- Thrives in a collaborative, supportive team setting
- Flexible, reliable, and ready to jump into a fun work environment
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.
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
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
Salary : $100 - $120