Urgent Care Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
An established veterinary hospital in Laurel, Mississippi is seeking an Urgent Care Veterinarian to join its team on either a full-time or part-time basis. Having served the local area as part of an established veterinary practice for many years, the hospital is undergoing a significant transformation from General Practice into a modern, dedicated Urgent Care facility. The successful veterinarian will join during this transition, providing timely care for non-life-threatening urgent cases while having the opportunity to contribute to the development of the hospital’s clinical protocols, workflows and culture as its new Urgent Care model becomes established.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Urgent Care Veterinarian will provide assessment, triage, diagnostic investigation and treatment for patients presenting with a broad range of acute and non-life-threatening conditions, alongside performing minor procedures and appropriate surgical care. The successful veterinarian will take responsibility for developing appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans, communicating clearly with owners during potentially stressful situations and working closely with the support team to maintain efficient patient flow and high standards of care. The role will also contribute to the hospital’s transition into a dedicated Urgent Care facility, including helping to establish medical protocols, clinical standards and effective workflows. Candidates should have strong clinical and diagnostic skills with confidence in Urgent Care or General Practice medicine, alongside proficiency in general medicine and surgery.

Practice Details
The hospital is transitioning from an established General Practice model into a newly remodelled Urgent Care facility, with the opportunity structured around the delivery of prompt assessment and treatment for patients requiring immediate veterinary attention. Existing clinical capabilities include In-House Diagnostics, Surgery, Urgent Care and Laser Therapy, with diagnostic capabilities including, but not limited to, Blood Testing, Ultrasound, ECG, Blood Pressure Monitoring, Urinalysis and Cytology. Surgical capabilities include both Soft Tissue and Orthopedic procedures, supporting the management of a varied medical and surgical caseload. The hospital is equipped with a laser, ultrasound, x-ray. The hospital currently operates Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and is closed on Fridays and weekends, although its clinical model and workflows are being developed as part of the transition into a dedicated Urgent Care facility.

Team
The hospital has an established veterinary and support team that will work alongside the incoming veterinarian as the practice transitions into its new Urgent Care model. The hospital has 5 DVMs. Supportive leadership and a collaborative team structure are central to the position, while the developing nature of the facility provides an opportunity for the incoming veterinarian to have meaningful input into how the Urgent Care service operates and grows.

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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