Veterinarian - Best Friends Animal Hospital

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Coteau Road; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care invites passionate veterinarians to join their dedicated team. This role offers a supportive environment for professionals of all experience levels, including recent graduates. With a focus on mentorship and career development, you will provide high-quality medical care to companion animals while enjoying a flexible schedule and a competitive salary. The practice emphasizes community involvement and aims to uphold the highest standards of veterinary ethics. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their owners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Unlimited personal time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401(k) & Roth(k) with match)

CE and licensure reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Career development support

Employee Assistance Program

Mental health resources

Relocation assistance available

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree required; state licensure and DEA eligibility needed.
• Excellent communication skills and compassion for animals are essential.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals for diseases and injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and advise pet owners on care options.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compassion and genuine concern for animal health

Ability to lift patients and carry equipment

Education

DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Practice

The doctors and staff of Best Friends Animal Hospital are committed to the following:

• Providing comprehensive, high quality medical, surgical, dental, and preventative medical care exclusively for small animals.
• Providing technical expertise, both professionally and with state-of-the-art equipment.
• Showing compassion and genuine concern for our patients’ health and well-being.
• Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

Position Purpose

Welcome to Best Friends Animal Hospital! We’re excited to invite you to join our team. As a two-doctor practice, we’re eager to welcome another associate into our growing family!

We encourage veterinarians of all experience levels to apply, including recent graduates—we’re happy to provide mentorship and support. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the Houma community while advancing your career.

Our veterinarian-led leadership team is dedicated to helping you achieve your clinical and professional goals while delivering top-quality care to your patients. We’d love for you to meet our team and become part of our community legacy!

What We Offer:

• Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience
• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k) & Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Career development support
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental health resources
• Relocation assistance available

We look forward to connecting with you!

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Pay Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.