Associate Veterinarian

Introduction
Our client is a privately owned hospital seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their growing team. This well-established small animal practice primarily treats cats and dogs, with openness to expanding into additional species.

Working Hours / Rota
This is a full-time position offering an excellent work-life balance. The hospital is open from 7:30 am to 7:00 pm on Mondays and Thursdays, 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Tuesday through Friday, and 7:30 am to 4:00 pm on Saturdays. Doctors typically work either 8:00 am to 6:00 pm or 9:00 am to 7:00 pm shifts, averaging just 3.5 working days per week and fewer than 180 working days per year. The rota includes minimal Saturday commitments (approximately two 6-hour shifts every three weeks), with no emergency work, no overnight shifts, and no on-call requirements. The schedule also features built-in 4-5 day weekends at least once per month.

Role Description and Responsibilities
This role includes a varied caseload with responsibilities such as working up medical cases, performing surgical procedures, carrying out dentistry, and utilising diagnostic tools to support patient care. You will also be responsible for building strong client relationships through clear communication and education, while managing a steady appointment load of approximately 15-25 cases per day in a fast-paced environment. The hospital is seeking an experienced veterinarian with a minimum of two years' experience who is confident working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Practice Details
The practice is well-equipped with modern technology, including ultrasound (both in-house and visiting consultant), a full in-house laboratory, digital radiography, dental radiographs, and Class IV laser therapy. They are also open to investing in additional surgical equipment to support specific clinical interests. The hospital is both AAHA-accredited and Fear Free certified, offering a wide range of services such as surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, pain management, acupuncture, and laser therapy.

Team
You will be joining a collaborative and efficient team of 8 DVMs, with 4 typically working at any given time. The support staff ratio is exceptionally strong at 5:1, including technicians, assistants, and administrative team members, ensuring doctors are well-supported throughout the day. The practice prides itself on maintaining a positive, team-oriented culture in a fast-paced but supportive 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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Salary up to $200,000 (Annual)

• Competitive salary up to $200K
• Straight base or prosal model available
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• CE allowance
• License, DEA AVMA and NCVMA fees covered
• PTO
• Generous pet discounts
• No negative accrual