Veterinary Behaviorist: Collaborative Behavioral Medicine Leader

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

CE allowance

Generous PTO

Mentorship opportunities

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Behaviorist to lead our Behavioral Medicine Department in Mount Laurel, NJ. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, implementation of low-stress handling, and high-quality behavioral care.

You will mentor interns and externs, provide continuing education to staff, and contribute to hospital-wide behavioral strategies, while upholding our core values of empathy, teamwork, and professional

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Veterinary Behavior (DACVB).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong clinical, teaching, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outpatient Behavioral Medicine care.
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding behavioral findings and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with technicians, assistants, and front desk staff within and outside the Behavior Department.
• Consult on behavioral management hospital-wide for outpatients and inpatients.
• Provide CE for doctors and staff on behavioral management and safe handling.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Client education

Education

DVM or VMD

Job description

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Behaviorist to lead our Behavioral Medicine Department in Mount Laurel, NJ. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical teams, implementation of low-stress handling, and high-quality behavioral care.

You will mentor interns and externs, provide continuing education to staff, and contribute to hospital-wide behavioral strategies, while upholding our core values of empathy, teamwork, and professional