Associate Veterinarian – Olathe, KS
Southside Pet Hospital is a five-doctor practice located in the suburbs of Kansas City. Doctors and staff offer top medical care with excellent customer service. Our loyal clients are like part of the family, many frequenting our full-service veterinary hospital since 1974. The ideal candidate will enjoy collaborating with colleagues, developing his or her skill set, and providing excellent care to patients and clients. Exotics interest is a plus!
About the hospital:
- Dedicated double surgery suite
- New digital radiography system
- Digital Dental Radiography
- In-house Idexx laboratory and pharmacy
- Highly trained and driven technicians
- Wellness-focused, offering wellness plans
- Well-developed relationship with local referral hospital
- Paper Lite practice
We offer an attractive compensation & benefit package that includes:
- Competitive starting base salary + production
- Attractive bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, ancillary coverage, & 401K match
- Attractive PTO, a schedule that will provide a healthy work-life balance – 4-days per week, and rotating Saturdays
- CE, Paid Licensing, DEA, dues & fees
Job Responsibilities:
- 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.
About Olathe, KS
Olathe is a family-friendly suburb of Kansas City, home of the Royals! With a population of approximately 143,000, Olathe offers a small-town atmosphere with big city amenities. Your family will feel right at home with the award-winning school districts and thriving business community. With easy highway access, visiting the Kansas Speedway, Country Club Plaza, Center for the Performing Arts, or Union Station is just a short drive. You’ll be right at home in Olathe.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership. NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. Skills and Basic Qualifications:
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university.
- At least two years of experience as an Associate DVM.
- Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed.
- Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
- Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
- Manages time and tasks appropriately.
- Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
- Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth
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