Associate Veterinarian

About the Role

St. Francis Veterinary Clinic in Green Forest, Arkansas, is seeking a full-time Mixed Animal Veterinarian to join our 3-doctor team. Our well-established, fast-paced practice offers a diverse caseload, approximately 50% small animal, 40% large animal, and 10% exotics/pocket pets, providing opportunities to develop skills across multiple areas of veterinary medicine. We welcome both experienced mixed animal veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship and hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to pets and livestock, including preventative and wellness care, surgery, urgent care, dentistry, diagnostics, and more.
• Manage a diverse caseload, including small animals, large animals, and exotics/pocket pets.
• Practice medicine with autonomy while benefiting from the support of an experienced team and a broader DVM mentor network.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university or completion of PAVE/ECFVG requirements.
• Eligible for Arkansas veterinary licensure.
• DEA license or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Compassionate, team-oriented, and a strong communicator.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Future ownership opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life and supplemental insurance
• Liability coverage
• Paid CE allowance
• Professional dues
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personal pet care discounts
• DVM mentorship and support

About Our Practice

St. Francis Veterinary Clinic provides comprehensive care to pets and livestock in Green Forest and surrounding communities. Our services include:

• Preventative and wellness care
• Small and large animal surgery
• Urgent care
• Dentistry
• In-house diagnostics
• Digital full-body radiology
• Ultrasonography
• Bovine reproductive health
• Exotic and pocket pet medicine
• Medical and vacation boarding

Life in Northwest Arkansas

Located in Green Forest, AR, our clinic offers a small-town lifestyle with easy access to Northwest Arkansas and southern Missouri destinations like Eureka Springs, Harrison, Fayetteville, and Branson. The area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with hiking, fishing, swimming, camping, and exploring the Ozarks. It’s a great place to build a career while enjoying a balanced life outside of work.

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