The Job Opportunity:
A well-established small animal practice is seeking an Experienced Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative medical team on a part-time basis. This opportunity offers an experienced doctor the ability to maintain an active clinical schedule while benefiting from a supportive team, advanced diagnostic resources, and a practice culture centered on thoughtful, individualized medicine.
The hospital sees a varied caseload that includes preventive medicine, routine appointments, urgent presentations, dentistry, surgery, and more complex medical cases. The practice values evidence-based medicine, clinical autonomy, clear communication, and collaboration.
This position is particularly well suited for a veterinarian seeking a flexible part-time opportunity without sacrificing access to advanced equipment, interesting cases, or continued professional development.
Practice Information:
The hospital is a modern, well-equipped small animal general practice with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities. Its approach emphasizes relationship-based medicine, client education, individualized treatment planning, and low-stress patient care.
Hospital highlights include:
- 30-minute appointment times
- Low-stress patient handling techniques
- Separate areas for canine and feline patients
- Calming pheromones and positive reinforcement techniques
- Dedicated surgical suite with heated surgical table and specialized lighting
- Dedicated isolation area with separate exterior access
- Oxygen cages
- Drop-down oxygen lines throughout the hospital
- In-house CBC and chemistry testing
- In-house coagulation testing
- Digital radiography
- Digital dental radiography
- In-house ultrasound
- Therapeutic cold laser
- Access to boarded surgeons
- Radiology and cardiology consultation
- Skilled veterinary support team
- Clinical autonomy and case ownership
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
The hospital’s clinical resources allow veterinarians to manage a wide variety of cases while having access to additional specialty expertise when appropriate.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive medical care for small animal patients during scheduled clinical hours
- Perform wellness examinations and preventive care
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Evaluate urgent and more complex clinical presentations
- Develop individualized, evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans
- Utilize available in-house laboratory and imaging capabilities
- Perform surgical and dental procedures according to experience, interests, and scheduling
- Incorporate appropriate pain management and low-stress handling techniques
- Collaborate with specialists and consulting veterinarians when appropriate
- Maintain clinical ownership of cases while seeking additional expertise when beneficial
- Educate clients regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and preventive care
- Maintain complete and timely medical records
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians and support team members to promote continuity of care
- Participate in professional development opportunities
- Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and supportive hospital environment
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
- Current veterinary license or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice
- Previous small animal clinical experience
- Confidence managing a varied general practice caseload
- Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based veterinary medicine
- Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
- Effective client communication and education skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the medical team
- Commitment to low-stress, patient-centered care
- Interest in continued learning and professional development
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Production-based earning opportunities without negative accrual when applicable
- Flexible part-time scheduling
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Access to advanced clinical and diagnostic resources
- Professional liability coverage when applicable
- Eligible professional license and membership support
- Employee pet care benefits
- Mental health and wellness resources
- Opportunities for continued clinical growth
- Additional benefits based on scheduled hours and eligibility
The position is designed to provide flexibility while allowing an experienced veterinarian to remain engaged in high-quality clinical medicine and continue developing professionally.
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