Associate Veterinarian - Valley Animal Hospital - Grants Pass, OR

About the role

Welcome to Valley Animal Hospital in scenic Grants Pass, Oregon. We are seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional service to maintain a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and support business performance
• Adhere to all WellHaven protocols and practices and oversee employees to prioritize practice goals
• Collaborate with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans that align with hospital objectives
• Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws, WellHaven Code of Ethics, and maintain appropriate medical record documentation
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards
• Provide comprehensive client communication, including in-person, phone, and email as needed
• Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects
• Demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices
• Advocate for exceptional client service and patient well-being
• Provide medical training to support staff (new graduates will gain experience over time)
• Willingness to train/lead/manage support staff as required
• Lead and guide the team to ensure the hospital meets safety standards and regulations set by the DEA and OSHA (new graduates will gain experience over time)
• Meet all OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
• Able to perform other job duties as assigned

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License
• On the first day of employment, must be in good standing with the state(s) employed to work for WellHaven
• Current USDA Accreditation is a plus!

Qualifications

• Uphold integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors
• Stay current with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine through ongoing professional development and continuing education to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills
• Drive for results by demonstrating motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Provide consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional medical services
• Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities
• Work well in an extremely fast-paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient
• Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
• Provide a high level of accountability

Skills

• Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
• Able to lift 50+ pounds
• May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an Xray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances

Benefits

Full-time benefits at just 30 hours/week (3 day work weeks!) Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual No non-competes—your future stays in your hands Leadership opportunities Up to 200 hours of PTO (including holidays, CE, and sick time) Comprehensive health coverage + generous HSA contribution A CE allowance that flexes with your interests Pet Wellness plans and scrub allowance And so much more!

Pay

$120,000 - $170,000 + Production

Schedule

Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays