Private Practice Veterinarian - 4-Day Week, ProSal Bonuses

AzVMA; Slidell, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid CE

Paid licensing

3 day weekends monthly

Job summary

AzVMA in Slidell, LA is seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join a locally owned private practice where you can practice high quality medicine to your standards.

This role involves diagnosing, treating and preventing health issues in companion animals, including dogs, cats and exotic species, with opportunities across dentistry, internal medicine, surgery and emergency care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited institution; Louisiana veterinary license.
• Experience in veterinary practice with competence in general surgery, internal medicine, emergency medicine and critical care.
• Strong communication skills for client education and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive examinations and diagnose health conditions in companion animals (dogs, cats, exotics).
• Perform surgeries from routine spays/neuters to complex procedures with aseptic technique.
• Administer anesthesia and monitor vitals; manage anesthesiology equipment.
• Provide emergency and critical care for urgent cases; formulate stabilization plans.
• Advise on restraint, handling, and husbandry for safety of animals and staff.
• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care clearly to clients.
• Maintain proficiency across dentistry, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology as needed.
• Record treatments, lab results, and follow-up care in standard medical records.

Skills

Companion animal medicine

Surgery

Anesthesia

Emergency/critical care

Client communication

Ethics and welfare

Education

DVM degree

Louisiana veterinary license

Tools

Laboratory procedures

Animal restraint techniques

Job description

AzVMA in Slidell, LA is seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join a locally owned private practice where you can practice high quality medicine to your standards.

This role involves diagnosing, treating and preventing health issues in companion animals, including dogs, cats and exotic species, with opportunities across dentistry, internal medicine, surgery and emergency care.