Associate Veterinarian Wanted For Rapidly Growing 5 Doctor Mixed Animal Practice

Golden State Humane Society; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing mixed animal practice in eastern North Carolina is seeking an Associate Veterinarian. The role involves a balanced workload between small and large animals, with responsibilities including routine surgeries and emergency care. The practice offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

CE allowance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must hold a current veterinary license.
• Experience in mixed animal practice preferred.
• Ability to perform routine surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Spend 2 weeks on small animal duties with a 4-day workweek.
• Spend 2 weeks on large animal duties with a 5-day workweek.
• Share large animal emergencies on rotation.

Skills

Preventative medicine

Routine surgeries

Emergency care

Education

Current veterinary license

Job description

Associate veterinarian wanted for a rapidly growing 5-doctor mixed animal practice. Mixed animal veterinarian preferred, but a small animal veterinarian would be considered. The practice is located in eastern NC, approximately 30 minutes east of Raleigh and an hour from Wilmington beaches.

Practice Details

1. The practice comprises 50% small animal and 50% large animal.
2. The large animal side mainly focuses on equine, including western sport horses and leisure trail riding, with some cows, goats, and pigs.
3. The small animal side is expanding rapidly, emphasizing preventative medicine and wellness, with routine surgeries performed in-house.
4. Recent small animal expansion (2000 sq ft) includes laparoscopic and orthopedic surgery capabilities.
5. An equine surgery center equipped with gas anesthesia handles routine surgeries; approximately 60 mares are bred annually using cooled or frozen semen.

Work Schedule & Responsibilities

1. The associate would spend 2 weeks on small animal duties with a 4-day workweek, followed by 2 weeks on large animal duties with a 5-day workweek.
2. Large animal emergencies are shared on a rotation, approximately once every 4 weeks.
3. Time is evenly split between large and small animal appointments.
4. Emergency call for large animals occurs once every 4 weeks.
5. Candidate must hold a current veterinary license.
6. A small animal veterinary position is also available.

Compensation & Benefits

1. Base salary plus percentage-based quarterly earnings.
2. Percentage of emergency tickets paid monthly.
3. Additional benefits include CE allowance, health insurance, and paid time off.