Veterinarian

Ironwood Veterinary Clinic in Yuma, Arizona seeks an experienced FT Associate Veterinary to join our busy practice.

*** $30K Sign On Bonus ***

We have been voted ‘Yuma’s Best Veterinary Clinic, providing progressive medicine, surgery, and dentistry for dogs and cats. Our clientele are loyal and friendly, as is our experienced staff. Our clinic features digital radiology, including digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, Ultra-sonic dental equipment, isoflurane anesthesia, a fully-equipped surgical suite with electrocautery, and AVIMark.

• Competitive salary starting at $130k - $200k / year plus monthly production
• $30K Sign On Bonus
• Generous CE allowance + Dedicated CE days
• 4 day work week with daytime hours / Weekends not required (unless you prefer them)
• Exceptional paid time off
• Employee Pet Discount
• 401(k) with match
• Licensure Dues and Membership allotment
• Liability Insurance
• Let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll design the ideal benefits package for you.
• Ask us about paid housing, a travel stipend, or tuition assistance!

At Ironwood Veterinary Clinic, our Associate Veterinarian is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Managing Doctor and supporting medical staff. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional client service to our clients and patients.

We have room to grow! Ask us about adding new services to the practice - urgent care / mixed animal / exotics / holistic. We ll create a space to fit your passions.

• Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
• Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort
• Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs
• Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols
• Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
• Assists in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service
• Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general public

• Candidate must be a graduate from an AVMA accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Arizona (or in the state where currently licensed)
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of veterinary medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Yuma has 300+ days of sunshine a year and is a great destination to enjoy outdoor activities. Enjoy biking, four-wheeling, horseback riding, as well as water fun on our rivers and lakes. We are home to the Marine Corps Air Station and the Army Military Freefall School. With affordable cost of living and easy access to San Diego and Phoenix, Yuma is a great, down to earth community to call home.

It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

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