Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian - PetVax Complete Care Centers Cordova

PetVet Care Centers; Memphis (TN); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 145 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

PetVet Care Centers in Cordova, TN is seeking a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) to join PetVax Complete Care Centers- Cordova. Enjoy a locally led hospital with community focus and the backing of a national network of PetVet Care Centers.

Small-to-moderate caseload, ongoing learning, and collaboration with a supportive team. You will manage comprehensive exams, client education, diagnostics, surgery, records, and pharmacy duties while staying aligned with hospital priorities and care

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited college
• 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
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsabilités

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• 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.

Connaissances

Surgical skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Team player

Dental skills

Formation

DVM or VMD

State license

DEA registration

Description du poste

Stay connected to the medicine you love, with a team that values your experience | Flexible Per Diem/Relief scheduling | $850-$1200 per 8-10hr shift and $600-$900 for 4-6hr | Local heart. National strength.

Position Overview

Join PetVet Care Centers as a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) at PetVax Complete Care Centers- Cordova. 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.

PetVax Complete Care Centers in Cordova

PetVax Complete Care Centers in Cordova is one of five locations providing comprehensive, high-quality, affordable care to the surrounding Memphis area pet owners since 1994. Our hospitals have access to ultrasound (depending on location), digital radiology, therapeutic laser, In-house lab suites, on-site pharmacy, and offer advanced soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery and serves the pets and families of the greater Memphis community.

You care for pets. We care for you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At PetVax Complete Care Centers- Cordova, you’ll work with a supportive and dedicated team to provide high quality veterinary care!

• Supportive and collaborative team culture!
• Daytime emergency and urgent care cases
• Ultrasound, digital radiology, therapeutic laser and more
• Bartlett is a family friendly suburb of Memphis, known for great schools and green space

Why Per Diem/Relief Work at PetVax Cordova

For Doctors seeking greater flexibility, PetVax Cordova offers 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 with a full GP 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 PetVax Cordova'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.

For questions or a confidential career conversation, contact Lynsey Dolce, at [e-mail].

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• 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.
• 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.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

About PetVet Care Centers

Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

Pay Range

$110,000—$145,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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