General Practice (Medical Director Veterinarian)

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a hospital providing emergency and urgent care services, currently hiring for an Urgent Care Veterinarian with the potential to serve as Lead DVM. The role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment where immediate, high-quality care is delivered to pets in critical need.

Working Hours / Rota
The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm, and on weekends from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. The schedule supports flexibility and allows for full-time or part-time availability, depending on the candidate’s preferences and the needs of the clinic.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The position involves leading a clinical team and providing urgent care to a wide range of medical cases. Responsibilities include diagnostics, treatment planning, minor surgical procedures, and managing urgent presentations such as gastrointestinal issues, respiratory symptoms, lameness, eye injuries, and allergic reactions. Euthanasia and after-care, as well as last-minute wellness appointments, are also part of the caseload. This leadership role offers the chance to shape clinical standards and mentor within a supportive team environment.

Practice Details
The facility is equipped with in-house diagnostics and X-rays, and offers services such as toxicology, enemas, hospitalization, parasite screening, allergy management, and various emergency treatments. The hospital operates with a focus on compassion, communication, and clinical excellence, blending modern technology with a strong community presence.

Team
The team includes four DVMs and a support network built around collaboration and clinical teamwork. The environment is driven by shared values and a mission to provide cost-effective, convenient, and compassionate care to the local pet population.

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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