Melton Veterinary Hospital has been serving north east Louisiana since 1978 with compassionate veterinary care. We are unique in the sense that we are highly skilled and trained to provide service to both small and large animals! We are a highly dependable and personable team that strives to provide the highest standard of care to our patients while keeping southern hospitality in mind. If you value teamwork, compassion, and dependability we encourage you to apply today!
Up to a $100,000 Sign-On Bonus Offered for experienced veterinarians!
Responsibilities
- Develop a rapport with clients and determine their needs and wishes; perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
- Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
- Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and ensure all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
- Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings.
- Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
- Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
- Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
- Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Louisiana.
- Professional demeanor and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude.
- The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members.
- Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets.
- Compassionate team player who can uphold a great reputation with clients.
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
- Proficiency in surgery a plus.
Benefits
We support our team members with programs designed for personal and professional growth including:
- Industry-Leading PTO Program: TRUE PTO--because here, you can actually take personal time off without worrying about making up lost production when you get back.
- High Producers Bonus: Eligible DVMs earn a production bonus of 30% of all revenue generated above $750K a year.
- Maternity Leave: FULL PAY for four weeks, plus short-term disability at 60% of your salary.
- SVP Leadership Academy: Designed to develop your business leadership acumen.
- Doctor Mentorship Program: New DVMs are paired with experienced mentor DVMs for a customized learning experience.
- Flexible Compensation Structure: Get paid in a way that works for you.
- 401(k): 100% match on the first 3% and a 50% match on the next 2%.
- Continuing Education Allowance: 24 hours PTO allowance each year exclusively for CE.
Our team members also enjoy an extensive, comprehensive benefits package. When you’re on our team, we’ve got you covered.
Health Coverage
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Mental Health Counseling
- Life & Accident Insurance
Family Support
- DVM Maternity Leave
- Caring for Elderly Family
- Returning to Work After a Baby
So, what’s the culture like at SVP?
In a word...Amazing.
You + SVP | Amazing Together
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