Dodge/Jefferson Counties, Wisconsin
Vancouver, Washington
Posted: 05-May-23
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 16684
Red Mountain Animal Hospital in Mesa, AZ is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our dynamic team! Founded in 1994, Red Mountain Animal Hospital is a well-established, full service, small animal practice in the heart of Mesa. Our clinic features four exam rooms, treatment area, iM3 dental suite, surgery suite, kennel area, in-house lab, pharmacy, & much more! Learn more about our hospital at redmountainvet.com.
This position offers a sign-on bonus, competitive salary, attractive schedule, full benefits package (health/dental/vision/life coverage), 401K, CE allowance, licensing/professional dues, and paid vacation days. Relocation benefits may also be available to a new team member that is moving from outside of AZ. Culture and work-life balance are very important to the Red Mountain Team!
In addition to sign-on and retention bonuses, we can offer an incentive to fit your individual desire. Tell us what is important to you! Do you like the outdoors? A State Park pass and stipend for equipment may be for you! How about travel? A family trip or travel gift card may fit your needs! The possibilities are endless! We care about what is important to you.
Enjoy your weekends off! We are a Monday through Friday practice and can offer 4 day work week options for our full-time DVMs. Join a fun team that enjoys working together to provide excellent patient care, client education, and grow our practice!
Job Summary
In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Associate Veterinarian is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Managing Doctor and supporting medical staff. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional client service to our clients and patients.
Job Responsibilities
- Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
- Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort
- Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs
- Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols
- Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
- Assists in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service
- Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general public
Skills and Basic Qualifications
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university
- Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed
- Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Works collaboratively with hospital team members
- Makes decisions confidently and effectively
- Manages time and tasks appropriately
- Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients
- Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.