Exotics Veterinarian

About the role

DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital is seeking an Exotics Veterinarian to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity environment with a diverse caseload of exotic species.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency, urgent, and scheduled care for exotic species.
• Perform triage, diagnostics, medical management, and treatment planning for a diverse exotic caseload.
• Manage challenging and rewarding cases while working alongside veterinary technicians, specialists, interns, and residents.
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans and communicate clearly with clients about their pets' care.
• Collaborate with other specialty services and our emergency and critical care teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Support patient transfers and coordinate care with referring veterinarians when appropriate.
• Teach and mentor interns, residents, externs, and early-career veterinarians.
• Present case rounds and share expertise in exotic animal medicine throughout the year.
• Participate in hospital committees and other opportunities that support the DoveLewis community.
• Build relationships with referring veterinarians and represent DoveLewis within the veterinary community and the public.
• Continue developing your skills through continuing education and professional development.

Requirements

• A DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school, or ECFVG certification.
• Current or eligible Oregon veterinary licensure.
• Experience practicing exotic animal medicine, including small exotic companion mammals, birds such as parrots and backyard poultry, reptiles, and wildlife.
• Strong diagnostic, clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• An interest in teaching and mentoring other members of the veterinary team.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency, critical care, and specialty environment.
• A compassionate approach to patient care, animal welfare, and client communication.
• Completion of an internship or advanced training in exotic pet medicine, wildlife, or zoological medicine is preferred.
• Emergency, critical care, or specialty veterinary experience is also a plus.

Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Skills

• Exotic animal medicine
• Emergency and critical care
• Surgery
• Collaboration
• Teaching
• Communication

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible schedule
• Work-life balance
• Team-oriented environment

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

• Variable schedule to accommodate the needs of the practice and the needs of the employee

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Professional liability insurance

Contact

To apply, please complete the online application and upload a resume. DoveLewis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran or military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are a drug-free workplace.