Part-Time Associate Veterinarian - Bear Creek Veterinary Hospital
PetVet Care Centers · Stockton, CA · 5 mo ago
Healthcare$160k–$180k/yrPart-time
Position Overview
Care for pets. Maintain balance and flexibility. Nurture ongoing care.
Why Join Us:
As a full-service hospital, we offer a wide range of comprehensive veterinary services to keep your pets in great health. Our facility is equipped with X-rays, a boarding facility, and an in-house laboratory.
Salary Overview
Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000 for Full Time
No negative accrual and no non-compete!
Compensation for Part Time roles is prorated based on experience and hours/shifts worked. Salary ranges listed in this posting reflect full-time roles.
What We Offer
- Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000
- CE stipend
- Licensing and dues reimbursement
- 401(k) participation
- Team member pet discounts
- Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
- A supportive home hospital environment, backed by national resources and a strong Culture of Care
Key Responsibilities
- Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
- Client communication and education
- Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
- Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
- Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
- Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
- Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
- Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
- Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
Qualifications (Required)
- Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
- Current State Veterinary License
- DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
- 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
- Excellent surgical and dental skills
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
- Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
- Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
- Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
- Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
- Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
- Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
- Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilizing available resources of continuing education and to facilitating learning of others.