Associate Veterinarian I Surgery Focus - Fairmont Veterinary Hospital
About The Position
Fairmont Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Fairmont, WV. The ideal candidate will be a DVM with 5+ years of small animal experience, confident in surgery, and looking for an opportunity to focus on surgery and dentistry. While this position will be surgery-heavy, a hybrid schedule incorporating appointments may be possible. Fairmont Veterinary Hospital, established in 1979, is a full-service small animal hospital offering comprehensive care including preventive medicine, wellness, advanced dentistry, diagnostics, soft-tissue surgery, and orthopedic procedures. The hospital is equipped with modern technology such as digital radiography, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, and dedicated surgical suites.
Requirements
- DVM from an accredited veterinary school
- 5+ years of small animal general practice experience
- Must be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in West Virginia
- Demonstrated experience performing soft-tissue surgery
- Strong experience with companion animal dentistry and dental extractions
- Ability to independently evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and manage surgical cases
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative veterinary team
Nice To Haves
- Orthopedic surgery experience is a bonus!
- Experience in orthopedic procedures who are interested in making those skills a larger part of their practice.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to dogs and cats
- Perform a variety of soft-tissue surgical procedures
- Perform routine and advanced dental procedures, including dental extractions as appropriate
- Evaluate surgical candidates and develop appropriate pre- and post-operative treatment plans
- Utilize digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory diagnostics to support patient care
- Diagnose and manage a broad range of medical conditions
- Perform wellness and preventive care examinations as part of a well-rounded general practice caseload
- Communicate surgical recommendations, treatment plans, risks, and follow-up care clearly with clients
- Collaborate with other veterinarians on complex cases and surgical planning
- Mentor and share surgical knowledge with other members of the veterinary team
- Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and their pets
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-functioning hospital culture
Benefits
- Competitive base salary + production opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) options
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Continuing education allowance with dedicated CE days
- Professional development opportunities
- Professional liability coverage
- Licensing and professional membership support
- Pet care discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
