Associate Veterinarian

Mission Veterinary Partners; Imlay City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a well-respected small animal hospital in a charming community! This role offers a unique opportunity to practice high-quality medicine with advanced equipment and a supportive environment. Enjoy a competitive salary with production bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong mentorship program tailored to your growth. Experience a fulfilling career in a quaint town that values relationships and community, where you can thrive professionally and personally. If you're passionate about veterinary care and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Continuing Education

Mentorship Programs

Wellness Resources

VIN Membership

Paid License Fees

Opportunity to Grow Surgical Skills

Qualifications

• Licensed Michigan Veterinarian with a DVM degree.
• Proficient in surgeries and veterinary medical practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients, performing surgeries as needed.
• Maintain excellent communication with clients and staff.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Patient Care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensed Michigan Veterinarian

Tools

Practice Management Software

Medical Instruments

Job description

Overview

Veterinarian (Great Small-Town Community / Outstanding Support Staff)

Imlay City Veterinary Clinic is looking for an enthusiastic Full-Time Veterinarian

Our long-standing small animal hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinarian to join our team! At Imlay City Veterinary Clinic, we offer state-of-the-art medicine in a caring environment. We love our community and value the relationships made with our clients. Our clinic is well respected in the community allowing the doctors to practice high quality medicine. Our facility is well-equipped with advanced equipment and technologies to provide the highest standard of care - we offer in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, high-definition digital x-ray, surgical suite, dentistry, in-house pharmacy, and more!

What sets us apart from other clinics? At Imlay City Veterinary Clinic we offer:

• Access to learn from a Board-Certified Surgeon and Dentist;
• Great mentorship program that is customized to the individual's needs;
• Fantastic and dedicated support staff with Licensed Veterinary Technicians and well-trained Vet Assistants;
• Practice Leadership that values quality of care and culture. Our staff is like family. We support each other in and out of the hospital;
• Top Notch customer service rankings;
• Small town atmosphere with a good quality of life;
• Guaranteed Annual Base Salary with additional Production Bonus Incentive;

Location: 6475 W Imlay City Rd, Imlay City, MI 48444

Imlay City, MI is in Lapeer county. This quaint city offers a quiet, rural setting just a short drive away from the bustling big city! You can visit the charming downtown district for a stroll along the well-manicured sidewalks while shopping your favorite local stores. Imlay City also boasts 6 city parks including a newly developed Butterfly Garden!

Does this sound like the perfect opportunity for you? Here are the requirements we are looking for in the perfect candidate:

• Licensed Michigan Veterinarian (active and clear)
• Must be a team player and help to maintain a close family culture
• Must be willing to learn and grow using the many resources available

Our Offer:

• Competitive Base Salary + Production Bonus
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Continuing Education + dedicated PTO to attend
• Access to our Veterinary Wellness resources

If this sounds like a great career option for you, APPLY today for Immediate Consideration!

Responsibilities / Qualifications

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Diagnose, perform surgery, and treat patients.

• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Call clients for follow up and to discuss results.
• Set standards of care/protocols for medical and surgical areas.

• Maintain practice growth and review financial reports.
• Communicate clearly and accurately through written and verbal interactions.
• Work in collaboration with practice manager for administrative management.
• Deal with clients in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Mentor team members in the training program for career advancement and personal development towards goals.

• Provide feedback and changes to the training program.
• Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.
• Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.

Qualifications

Ideal Qualifications:

• Ability to lead and establish a vision for the practice team.
• Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment.?

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
• Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
• To perform this job successfully it will be necessary to become proficient in the use of the practice management software.

Benefits offered:

• Competitive annual base salary
• Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k with employer match
• Paid CE with dedicated paid training time off
• VIN membership
• Paid license fees and membership dues
• Opportunity to grow surgical skills
• Wellness and mentorship programs

If this sounds like a team you would like to be a part of, apply today for immediate consideration!