Part Time Associate Veterinarian

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

We are looking for a Part‑Time Veterinarian with predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment. This role provides flexibility while keeping you clinically engaged and allowing you to maintain balance, connection, and continuity of care.

Compensation for Part‑Time roles is prorated based on experience and hours/shifts worked. Salary ranges listed in this posting reflect full‑time roles.

• Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $50,000
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• License and dues reimbursement
• CE stipends and career development resources
• A supportive home hospital environment, backed by national resources and a strong Culture of Care

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to ensure the highest standards are upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills; must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, and offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals; perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations; diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Problem‑solving:
  Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Communication:
  Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and staff
• Professionalism:
  Provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Business Acumen:
  Understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethics:
  Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  Utilize available resources and facilitate learning of others

$175,000 — $200,000 USD

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Cedar Animal Medical Center, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.