Veterinarian | 200K YOUR WAY | Countryside Vet Clinic | St. Joseph, MO

CareVet Health • St. Joseph, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

CareVet is offering a guaranteed base and bonus combination of 200k in your first year with Countryside Veterinary Clinic and sister hospital East Hills Veterinary Clinic, as a full-time Veterinarian. This opportunity is available for an experienced, full-time doctor who is looking to join our thriving practices in St. Joseph, MO. In addition to our customizable compensation package this position offers paid family leave, a production bonus plan, student loan support, clinical support, work/life balance, access to our vacation plan, and "true" paid time off!

Countryside Veterinary Clinic and East Hills Veterinary Clinic are seeking a personable and collaborative Associate Veterinarian to join our dedicated team, and all levels of experience will be considered. In this role, you will have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine and surgery while working closely with our skilled support staff. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain exposure to a heavy and interesting surgical case load. Your expertise and passion for patient care will contribute to the continued success of our clinics.

We are committed to practicing high quality, progressive, individualized medical care for our patients. We provide you with the tools to help your patients through industry-leading medical and diagnostic capabilities. Countryside Veterinary Clinic is proud to serve St. Joseph, MO and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service. Countryside is a busy walk in clinic, and sister clinic, East Hills Veterinary Clinic down the road takes appointments.

Work along a team that is tenured, collaborative, and dedicated to an enjoyable work-life balance. Our experienced support staff and veterinarians create a professional work experience while helping our clients care for their beloved companions.

Located just 45 minutes north of Kansas City, St. Joseph blends small-town charm with historic character and modern amenities. Known for its rich history, including as the starting point of the Pony Express, the city offers a vibrant downtown, excellent schools, diverse dining, and plenty of outdoor recreation along the Missouri River. With a strong sense of community and affordable cost of living, St. Joseph is a great place to live, work, and grow.

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

• Six-figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Lucrative Equity Bonus Package or option for cash Signing Bonus
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
• paid family leave
• production bonus plan
• student loan support
• clinical support
• work/life balance
• vacation plan
• "true" paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level