Per Diem/Relief Associate Veterinarian - Oak Grove Animal Hospital

Oak Grove Animal; Oak Grove (KY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Oak Grove Animal Hospital in Christian County, KY, is seeking a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM) to join a locally led hospital within the PetVet Care Centers network.

You will provide high-quality veterinary care with a flexible schedule, work with a close-knit team, and help maintain continuity of care for families and their pets. Clinical autonomy and ongoing professional contribution are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient exams and medical workups.
• Educate clients and communicate treatment plans clearly.
• Possibly perform diagnostic procedures and surgeries when needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure patient welfare.

Job description

Stay connected to the medicine you love, with a team that values your experience | Flexible Per Diem/Relief scheduling |Competitive compensation |Local heart. National strength.

Position Overview

Join PetVet Care Centers as a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) at Oak Grove Animal Hospital. You'll step into a locally led hospital where the team knows its community, supports one another, and shares a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care, backed by the resources of the PetVet Care Centers network.

Oak Grove Animal Hospital is proud to be able to provide families and their pets from across Christian County, KY and northern Tennessee with compassionate and high-quality veterinary care since 1986.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• 4-day work week
• Established client base with a great opportunity to build a strong caseload
• Smaller, close-knit team with engaged and accessible leadership
• Flexible schedule, no on-call requirement & clinical autonomy

For Doctors seeking greater flexibility, Oak Grove Animal Hospitaloffers Per Diem/Relief opportunities that allow you to choose shifts aligned with your availability while helping the hospital maintain continuity of care. You'll continue doing what you do best while supporting a team and community that value your contribution.

• Choose shifts that align with your availability and schedule
• Keep your clinical knowledge and skills active through a diverse caseload
• Bring your experience to patients, clients, and a team that needs it
• Earn competitive compensation for the care you provide
• Stay connected to the profession during a career or life transition
• Experience Oak Grove's team, culture, and approach to medicine firsthand

Compensation for the Per Diem/Relief schedule option will be commensurate based on shifts worked. Specific coverage expectations, shift length, frequency, employment classification, and any applicable benefit eligibility will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Flexibility Options & Work-Life Harmony

If flexibility is important to you, but Per Diem/Relief work isn't quite what you're looking for, let's connect. We'll work together to explore schedule options that align with how you want to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery if desired
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills. (optional)
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
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