Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) – General Practice & ER | Northeast Opportunities
PetVet Care Centers · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$120k–$275k/yrFull-time
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients.
What We Offer
- Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Competitive salary and Production Bonus - no negative accrual option available
- Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- Team Member Pet Discounts
- Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
- Career development resources
- Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
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
- 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
- Perform other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications
- 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
- Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
- Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
- Effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
- Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
- Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
- Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
- Commitment to utilizing available resources of continuing education and to facilitating learning of others.