Veterinarian | Crystal City, MO

CareVet Health; River View Township (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six-figure salary

Equity or signing bonus

Relocation stipend

Student loan support

401k with match

Parental leave

CE opportunities

CareVet culture

Job summary

CareVet Health is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join Jones Animal Health Clinic in Crystal City, MO. This full-time role offers a guaranteed base plus production bonus totaling 200k in the first year, along with flexible scheduling, work-life balance, and a strong support team.

Ideal candidates will have surgical skills and superb client communication. The clinic emphasizes high-quality medicine, a family-like atmosphere, and generous benefits including paid parental leave and

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent is required.
• State licensure is required.
• Excellent communication and empathy with clients and pets.

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess health and diagnose problems.
• Perform surgery and provide post-operative care.
• Prescribe medications and advise owners on treatment.
• Collaborate with team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Decision making under pressure

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

What would you do with 200K?

CareVet is offering a guaranteed base and bonus combination of 200k in your first year with Jones Animal Health Clinic as a full-time veterinarian. This opportunity is for an experienced, full-time doctor who is looking to join our thriving practice in Crystal City, MO! In addition to our customizable compensation package, this position offers a production bonus plan, no negative accrual, clinical support, true work/life balance, schedule flexibility, paid parental leave, 401k match, and access to our vacation plan!

Your Role as an Associate Veterinarian

We are seeking a compassionate and friendly associate veterinarian to join our dedicated team! While all levels of experience will be considered, our ideal candidate will have strong surgical skills and exceptional communication skills to allow them to bond with clients and to build strong, positive relationships with our incredibly skilled and tenured support team. This is an amazing opportunity to be part of a team working in a family-like atmosphere while maintaining personal balance and well-being. This position offers flexible scheduling options. In this role, you will have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine and surgery while working closely with our skilled support staff. Your expertise and passion for patient care will contribute to the continued success of our clinic.

About our Hospital

Jones Animal Health Clinic is a well-established, community-trusted hospital that has been proudly serving the Crystal City and surrounding areas for over 20 years! We are committed to practicing high quality, progressive, individualized medical care for our patients and their families. We provide you with the tools to help your patients through industry-leading medical and diagnostic capabilities. We are a full-service small animal hospital with a fully booked schedule! Our state-of-the art laboratory and diagnostic equipment allows us to do many lab tests onsite. Our facility features 6 exam rooms and 1 comfort suite, and is equipped with a dental x-ray machine, digital x-ray machine, ultrasound and more allowing for fast and precise diagnostics and treatment.

Our team is friendly, truly values and helps facilitate a healthy work-life balance, is well-trained and we pride ourselves in practicing leading-edge veterinary health care in an approachable way for our patients!

Why You'll Love Living in Crystal City, MO!

Nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River, Crystal City offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere with the convenience of being part of the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. Known for its rich industrial history and welcoming community, Crystal City provides a quiet, affordable place to live and work. With local parks, quality schools, and a growing business community, it’s an ideal setting for those seeking a balanced lifestyle in a close-knit environment while still having big-city access - just a quick 35-minute drive from downtown St. Louis for sports, concerts and nightlife! Crystal City goes against traffic both ways to the city, providing quick and easy commutes for big-city access! Crystal City is an ideal place to put down roots, enjoy a strong sense of community, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

In 2022, Crystal City was crowned as the best suburb to buy a home in Missouri by Niche magazine!

CareVet Offers You:

• Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Lucrative Equity Bonus Package or option for cash Signing Bonus
• Student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
• Treat and dress wounds
• Perform surgery on animals
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases
• Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
• Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication
• Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

About the Network

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.