Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a veterinary hospital hiring for an Associate Veterinarian. This is a well-established small animal practice with a long-standing reputation for high-quality care, offering an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment with a strong focus on comprehensive medicine.

Working Hours / Rota
The hospital operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm, and is closed on Sundays. This opportunity has the flexibility for full or part-time schedules.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The role involves examining and treating companion animals to diagnose illness or injury, performing surgical procedures, and prescribing medications as appropriate. The veterinarian will operate diagnostic equipment, collect samples, and interpret results while advising clients on preventative care, treatment plans, and long-term wellness. Responsibilities also include providing compassionate guidance through end-of-life care decisions and maintaining strong client communication. The position requires confidence in small animal surgery, with reproduction experience strongly preferred, alongside strong clinical judgment and the ability to manage general practice cases independently. The role is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

Practice Details
This is a comprehensive small animal practice offering services including wellness and prevention, testing and diagnostics, advanced care, surgical procedures, and urgent care. The hospital is AAHA accredited, reflecting high standards in surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, and patient care. The practice emphasizes fear-free techniques and provides a wide range of services from preventative care to emergency and complex surgical cases, supported by modern facilities and a strong focus on continuous professional development.

Team
The team consists of 8 DVMs supported by a great tenured support team, creating a highly collaborative and experienced working environment.

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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