Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a hospital providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats and is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This AAHA-accredited small animal practice is dedicated to delivering exceptional veterinary medicine while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where veterinarians can grow professionally. With a strong reputation for quality care and a commitment to ongoing education and mentorship, this is an excellent opportunity for veterinarians seeking to practice high-quality medicine within a well-supported team.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Daily responsibilities include performing wellness examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, developing treatment plans, educating pet owners, and collaborating closely with support staff to ensure excellent patient outcomes. Clinical exposure includes wellness and preventive care, urgent care, diagnostics, anesthesia, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, mass removals, cystotomies, pain management, cardiology consultations, ophthalmology cases, and a variety of advanced medical and surgical procedures. The role also involves clear communication with clients, maintaining high standards of patient care, and contributing positively to the hospital’s collaborative culture. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

Practice Details
This AAHA-accredited hospital provides a comprehensive range of services focused on delivering high-quality small animal medicine. Services include wellness and prevention, testing and diagnostics, urgent care, advanced care, pet surgery, dental surgery, anesthesia, cardiology, ophthalmology, pain management, domestic health certificates, OFA certification services, and preventive healthcare. Surgical procedures include spay and neuter surgeries, soft tissue surgery, mass removals, cystotomies, and dental surgery. The hospital utilizes modern anesthetic protocols and advanced monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety throughout surgical and dental procedures. Access to specialty consultation resources and ongoing professional development opportunities further supports the delivery of advanced medicine. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.

Team
The hospital is supported by 4 DVMs and a great tenured support team. The culture emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, continuing education, and professional development. Team members work together in a supportive environment where communication, shared knowledge, and exceptional patient care are at the center of daily practice.

Candidate Requirements 

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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