The Job Opportunity:
A large, progressive veterinary hospital in Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Part-Time Associate Avian & Exotic Veterinarian to join its collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
This position offers the opportunity to practice avian and exotic medicine within a highly supportive clinical environment while maintaining the flexibility of a part-time schedule. The incoming veterinarian will have access to a diverse caseload, advanced diagnostic resources, and colleagues representing multiple areas of general, emergency, and specialty veterinary medicine.
The hospital emphasizes evidence-based medicine and provides veterinarians with appropriate clinical autonomy while encouraging collaboration and continued learning. Part-time doctors remain valued members of the medical team and are encouraged to participate in case collaboration, continuing education, and professional development.
Practice Information:
The hospital is a large, full-service, 24/7 veterinary practice offering general, emergency, specialty, avian, exotic, small animal, and large animal veterinary services.
Its multidisciplinary team includes veterinarians and specialists representing areas such as surgery, cardiology, dermatology, behavioral medicine, and ophthalmology. The hospital’s breadth of services provides an excellent environment for veterinarians who value interdisciplinary collaboration and exposure to diverse cases. The hospital also maintains a clinical trials program focused on exploring developing treatment options and contributing to advances in veterinary medicine. The surrounding Pennsylvania community provides a comfortable smaller-town atmosphere with convenient access to larger metropolitan areas, outdoor recreation, parks and trails, dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
Practice and facility highlights include:
- Dedicated avian and exotic animal medicine
- 24/7 emergency veterinary services
- General and specialty veterinary medicine
- Large and diverse clinical caseload
- Collaborative multidisciplinary veterinary team
- Specialty expertise in surgery, cardiology, dermatology, behavioral medicine, and ophthalmology
- Advanced diagnostic capabilities
- Ultrasound
- Rhinoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Advanced dental care capabilities
- Surgical capabilities
- Emergency and urgent care resources
- Oncology and theriogenology exposure
- Clinical trials and veterinary research opportunities
- Recently renovated and expanded hospital facilities
- Spacious clinical and treatment areas
- Clinical autonomy
- Mentorship and professional development resources
- Opportunities to expand individual areas of clinical interest
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive veterinary care for avian and exotic animal patients
- Perform physical examinations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
- Manage preventive, medical, diagnostic, and surgical cases within the veterinarian’s experience and clinical interests
- Practice thoughtful, evidence-based veterinary medicine
- Perform and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing
- Provide emergency or urgent care for avian and exotic patients when appropriate to the scheduled role
- Collaborate with general practitioners, emergency veterinarians, specialists, and veterinary support professionals
- Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment resources when clinically appropriate
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations, prognosis, and ongoing care
- Build trusted relationships with clients and their animals
- Maintain complete and timely medical records
- Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Continue developing avian and exotic clinical skills
- Participate in collaborative case discussions and knowledge sharing
- Contribute positively to a respectful and supportive hospital culture
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in Pennsylvania
- Professional experience providing veterinary care to avian and exotic animal patients
- Strong interest in avian and exotic medicine
- Commitment to evidence-based veterinary medicine
- Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
- Comfort working with a diverse avian and exotic caseload
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary veterinary environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Compassionate and professional approach to patient and client care
- Commitment to continued learning and professional development
- Desire to contribute positively to a collaborative hospital culture
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Production-based earning opportunities
- No negative accrual
- Paid time off based on eligibility and scheduled hours
- Continuing education support
- Continuing education time based on eligibility
- Structured onboarding and mentorship
- Professional development resources
- Opportunities to expand avian and exotic clinical skills
- Veterinary license and professional fee support based on eligibility
- Professional liability coverage
- Retirement benefits based on eligibility
- Mental health and wellbeing resources
- Pet care discounts
- Team recognition programs
- Access to a broad network of veterinarians and specialists
- Additional benefits based on scheduled hours and eligibility
The hospital is committed to ensuring that part-time veterinarians have access to the clinical resources, collaboration, and professional development opportunities needed to practice high-quality medicine while maintaining a schedule that supports their individual goals.
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