Veterinarian | Cedar Pet Clinic | Lake Elmo, MN

CareVet HealthWest Lakeland, MN
Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Pet Clinic, a CareVet partner, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced small animal and exotics Veterinarian to join our thriving four doctor practice in Lake, Elmo, MN. This position offers a six figure base salary plus production, generous bonus packages, no upfront non-compete and a true work/life balance with no weekend hours! We are seeking a small animal and exotics Veterinarian to help grow our thriving practice! Our case load is about 70% small animal, 30% exotics including: birds, reptiles, small mammals and other domestic pets. While experience with exotics is not required, we are looking for someone with a willingness to learn. Our current team is tenured and very collaborative and will offer plenty of support and mentoring.

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 exotics is not required, we are looking for someone with a willingness to learn.

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

  • Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
  • Generous signing bonus
  • Student loan support
  • Relocation stipend
  • No upfront non-compete
  • Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k with match
  • Company-paid short-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance
  • Paid time off
  • Free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties
  • Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development
  • CE opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support
  • Access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
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