The Job Opportunity:
An established small animal practice is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join its experienced, collaborative, and relationship-focused veterinary team.

This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who wants the time and support to practice thoughtful, evidence-based medicine while developing meaningful relationships with clients and their pets. The hospital intentionally provides doctors with appropriate appointment time, allowing them to perform thorough examinations, discuss diagnostic and treatment options, answer client questions, and provide individualized care without feeling unnecessarily rushed.

The position offers an attractive four-day workweek with only one Saturday per month, providing a schedule designed to support both professional fulfillment and life outside of the hospital.

Doctors are supported by licensed veterinary technicians and knowledgeable veterinary support professionals who work collaboratively to provide efficient, high-quality patient care. The practice also has a nearby affiliated hospital, providing additional opportunities for professional collaboration and shared clinical resources.

Client relationships are an important part of the hospital’s philosophy. The team emphasizes proactive communication, consistent follow-up, assistance with insurance documentation, and treating every patient and family as individuals.

Professional development and lifelong learning are strongly encouraged. Veterinarians are supported in pursuing continuing education, strengthening existing clinical skills, developing new professional interests, and staying current with advances in veterinary medicine.

Practice Information:
This established small animal hospital provides comprehensive preventive, medical, surgical, dental, and diagnostic care within a welcoming and collaborative clinical environment.

The practice combines relationship-focused veterinary medicine with modern technology, allowing doctors to develop thoughtful and individualized diagnostic and treatment plans.

Clinical services and resources include:

• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Comprehensive medical care
• Diagnostic evaluation
• In-house laboratory services
• Laser therapy
• Comprehensive surgical services
• Comprehensive dentistry
• Modern veterinary technology
• Management of acute and chronic medical conditions
• Client education and long-term health planning

The hospital is supported by licensed veterinary technicians and experienced support professionals, allowing veterinarians to appropriately utilize the skills of the broader veterinary team while remaining focused on medicine, procedures, clinical decision-making, and client communication.

An established affiliated hospital located nearby provides additional opportunities for collaboration and continuity of care when appropriate.

The veterinary team maintains a strong commitment to continuing education and lifelong learning. Doctors are encouraged to stay current with evolving medical standards, share clinical knowledge, and pursue individual areas of professional interest.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based veterinary care
• Perform thorough wellness and preventive examinations
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Perform general surgical procedures based on experience and clinical interests
• Provide comprehensive dental care
• Utilize in-house laboratory services and available diagnostic technology
• Incorporate laser therapy when medically appropriate
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, and preventive care
• Provide thoughtful follow-up regarding patient progress and treatment outcomes
• Build meaningful and lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• Collaborate closely with licensed veterinary technicians and support professionals
• Collaborate with veterinary professionals at an affiliated hospital when appropriate
• Participate in case discussions and shared clinical learning
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Participate in continuing education and professional development
• Remain current with advances in evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Develop individual areas of clinical interest with support from the practice
• Contribute ideas that support continued improvement in patient and client care
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented hospital culture

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary institution
• Active veterinary license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain appropriate state licensure
• Ability to obtain required federal credentials for prescribing and administering controlled substances
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high-quality patient care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach to veterinary medicine
• Commitment to thorough, compassionate client education
• Interest in developing meaningful, long-term client relationships
• Willingness to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care
• Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education
• Interest in developing individual areas of clinical expertise
• Willingness to participate in a limited Saturday rotation
• Desire to contribute positively to a supportive and inclusive hospital culture

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation
• Production-based earning opportunities
• Signing and/or relocation assistance when applicable
• Four-day workweek
• Limited Saturday schedule of approximately one Saturday per month
• Scheduling designed to provide appropriate time for thorough patient care
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid continuing education days
• Continuing education allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Professional license and registration support
• Professional dues and membership support
• Professional liability coverage
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet care benefits
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Support for developing individual clinical interests
• Leadership and long-term career development opportunities
• Potential future partnership or practice ownership opportunities

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