Associate Veterinarian – Part-Time

CareVet Health•Rocky River, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Rocky River Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced part-time veterinarian to join their collaborative team. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who values relationship-based medicine, enjoys working with an experienced team, and is passionate about creating positive patient experiences through Fear Free techniques. The hospital is committed to providing compassionate, modern veterinary care while maintaining a supportive and sustainable work environment. They are particularly interested in a veterinarian who enjoys collaborating with colleagues and supporting the growth of newer doctors. This is not a high-volume, high-pressure environment, and doctors are supported by an experienced team to focus on patient care, client communication, and medical decision-making. The hospital offers a mix of wellness, sick visits, surgery, and dentistry, with modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities and an established, loyal client base.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
Strong fondness and understanding of animals
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of animal behavior
Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

Nice To Haves

Experience with Fear Free techniques
Interest in collaborating with colleagues and supporting newer doctors

Responsibilities

Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
Treat and dress wounds
Perform surgery on animals
Test for and vaccinate against diseases
Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
Prescribe medication
Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Generous signing bonus with no non-compete
401k with match
Student loan support
Paid time off
Mentorship-driven experience
Skill development opportunities
Continuing education (CE) opportunities
Coverage for dues and licensing
Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support
Access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
Health Stipend