The Job Opportunity:
A veterinarian-led specialty organization is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Dermatologist to join a collaborative specialty and emergency referral hospital. This opportunity is ideal for a specialist who is passionate about diagnosing and managing complex dermatologic and allergic diseases while working alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
The Veterinary Dermatologist will provide advanced diagnostic, medical, and procedural dermatology services while collaborating with specialists, emergency clinicians, referring veterinarians, and hospital leadership. The organization offers clinical autonomy, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Practice Information:
The practice is a specialty and emergency referral hospital providing advanced medical, surgical, emergency, and specialty services. The hospital is equipped with modern diagnostic and therapeutic technology to support comprehensive dermatologic care, advanced imaging, surgery, and specialized medical procedures.
Veterinarians work within a collaborative multi-DVM specialty environment alongside board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, experienced technicians, and dedicated support staff. The practice emphasizes teamwork, clinical excellence, and compassionate patient care while providing the educational resources and professional support of a nationally established veterinary organization.
Role Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive dermatologic consultations and patient evaluations
- Diagnose and manage allergic, autoimmune, infectious, endocrine, parasitic, and immune-mediated skin diseases
- Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
- Perform advanced dermatologic diagnostic procedures including skin biopsies, cytology, cultures, allergy testing, and otic evaluations
- Perform dermatologic surgical procedures appropriate to training and experience
- Develop long-term management plans for chronic dermatologic conditions
- Communicate diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and prognoses with clients and referring veterinarians
- Maintain complete, accurate, and timely medical records
- Prescribe medications while maintaining compliance with controlled substance regulations
- Collaborate with specialists, emergency clinicians, and the multi-DVM medical team
- Participate in hospital rounds, interdisciplinary case discussions, and specialty consultations
- Promote teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care
- Support development and evaluation of hospital medical protocols
- Participate in continuing education, hospital training, and quality improvement initiatives
- Mentor interns, residents, veterinarians, and clinical team members when appropriate
- Perform additional responsibilities necessary to support hospital operations
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medical Doctor, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary college
- Completion of a rotating internship or equivalent advanced clinical training
- Completion of an approved residency in Veterinary Dermatology
- Board certification or residency-trained status in Veterinary Dermatology
- Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure
- DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration
- Advanced knowledge of veterinary dermatology, immunology, allergy management, and dermatopathology
- Experience performing advanced dermatologic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-DVM specialty hospital
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to explain complex dermatologic conditions and treatment plans clearly and compassionately
- Commitment to evidence-based, compassionate veterinary medicine
- Strong organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- Professionalism with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
- Commitment to continuing education and lifelong learning
- Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with veterinary practice, including lifting up to 50 pounds
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification in Veterinary Dermatology
- Post-residency specialty practice experience
- Experience managing complex referral dermatology cases
- Experience performing advanced allergy diagnostics and immunotherapy management
- Proficiency in dermatologic surgery, otology, and advanced diagnostic procedures
- Experience collaborating with emergency clinicians and multiple specialty departments
- Interest in mentorship, clinical education, and hospital program development
Compensation + Benefits May Include:
- Competitive specialist compensation package with production opportunities
- Generous signing bonus possible
- Relocation assistance available
- Retention incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off and recognized holidays
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution opportunities
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
- Professional licensing and specialty membership reimbursement
- Career development and leadership resources
- Employee pet care discounts
- Employee Assistance Program and emotional wellness resources
- Emergency financial assistance resources for eligible team members
- Local medical autonomy supported by national clinical and operational resources
- Opportunities for long-term professional growth within a veterinarian-led organization
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