Veterinarian | Crystal City, MO
About The Position
CareVet is hiring a full-time associate veterinarian for Jones Animal Health Clinic, a well-established small-animal hospital in Crystal City, Missouri. The clinic serves Crystal City and surrounding communities and provides individualized, progressive care with onsite laboratory and diagnostic capabilities, including dental and digital x-ray equipment and ultrasound. The facility has six exam rooms and a comfort suite. The veterinarian will provide high-quality medicine and surgery in collaboration with an experienced support team. The role is intended for an experienced doctor, although candidates at all experience levels will be considered. The ideal candidate has strong surgical and communication skills and can build positive relationships with clients and colleagues. Flexible scheduling and a focus on work-life balance are offered. The posting advertises a guaranteed first-year base-and-bonus combination of $200,000, along with a production bonus plan and customizable compensation. Other offerings include a signing bonus or equity bonus option, student loan support, relocation assistance, benefits, paid parental leave, retirement matching, paid time off, mentorship, and continuing-education opportunities.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
- Licensure in the state or states where the candidate will work.
- Ability to show compassion to pets and their owners.
- Dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks.
- Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about an animal's well-being.
- Strong fondness for and understanding of animals.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of animal behavior.
- Ability to use medical technologies during animal diagnosis, research, and surgery.
Nice To Haves
- Strong surgical skills.
- Exceptional communication skills to build relationships with clients and the support team.
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.
- Collaborate with team members to provide high-quality care.
Benefits
- Guaranteed first-year base and bonus combination of $200,000.
- Production bonus plan with no negative accrual.
- Customizable compensation packages.
- Equity bonus package or cash signing bonus option.
- Student loan support.
- Relocation stipend.
- No upfront non-compete.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Adoption assistance.
- Schedule flexibility and work-life balance support.
- Paid time off and access to Carebnb.
- Mentorship, skill development, and continuing-education opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program with compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to an on-staff licensed social worker.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
