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Deschutes Animal Clinic, a state-of-the-art medical, small animal veterinary hospital and a leader in pet health care dedicated to serving the well-being of Tumwater's furry friends, is seeking a New Graduate to join our happy team in this well-established practice. Deschutes Animal Clinic offers an AAHA-accredited mentorship program to our new graduates!
We believe in nurturing the human-pet bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and pets. We provide professional and trusted services, from vaccinations to advanced surgical procedures, and we proudly care for our clients, pets, and each other.
Job Summary
The Associate DVM ensures a high quality of veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and productivity of the veterinary medical team. The Principal Doctor and Practice Manager will lead the Associate DVM to ensure the well-being of the hospital environment, medical quality, and business performance of the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional service to maintain a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and support business performance.
- Adhere to all WellHaven protocols and practices and oversee employees to prioritize practice goals.
- Collaborate with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans that align with hospital objectives.
- Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws, and maintain appropriate medical record documentation.
- Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards.
- Provide comprehensive client communication, including in-person, phone, and email as needed.
- Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects.
- Demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices.
- Advocate for exceptional client service and patient well-being.
- Provide medical training to support staff (new graduates will gain experience over time).
- Willingness to train/lead/manage support staff as required.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Uphold integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine through ongoing professional development and continuing education to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills.
- Drive for results by demonstrating motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Provide consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional medical services.
- Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities.
- Work well in an extremely fast-paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient.
- Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.).
- Provide a high level of accountability.
Education and Experience
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
- State Veterinary Board License.
- On the first day of employment, must be in good standing with the state(s) employed to work for WellHaven.
- Current USDA Accreditation is a plus!
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements
- The Associate Doctor position is performed onsite at our hospital or an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position.
- The hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.).
- Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays.
- Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information.
- Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
- May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an X-ray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances.
Additional Information
Our hospital is part of the WellHaven Pet Health (“WellHaven”) network of hospitals. This allows us to have a more extensive and stronger support system, connecting with other hospitals in the area while remaining autonomous.
WellHaven helps veterinarians and their teams succeed both personally and professionally. We value our medical teams and strive to support each team member each and every day. Our focus on personal growth, practice support, and life balance frame the relationship we want to have with our hospital teams.
Please learn more about WellHaven at www.wellhaven.com.
WellHaven Benefits
WellHaven offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package.
Please review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven.com/wellhaven-employment-benefits/.
Commitment to Diversity
WellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including transgender status), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other status protected by law.
