Traveling Veterinarian (Full or Part Time) - Kentucky

CareVet Health • All Locations, UNAVAILABLE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

CareVet is seeking experienced traveling Veterinarians to practice throughout the state of Kentucky. This program offers flexibility without sacrificing clinical quality, earning potential, or support, similar to travel nursing but for DVMs. Both full-time and part-time options are available, with customizable schedules. Traveling DVMs will rotate across high-performing hospitals in Kentucky, experiencing diverse practice styles and caseloads while being supported by the CareVet network. Hospitals are equipped with modern diagnostics and treatment capabilities, prioritizing clinical autonomy. The teams have high retention rates, ensuring experienced technicians and supportive leadership.

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

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

• $2,500 annual CE stipend + paid CE time
• Professional dues and state license fees covered by CareVet
• Travel, hotel, and meals covered
• Employee Assistance Program, including access to a licensed social worker

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree