General Practice (Veterinarian)

Introduction Our client is a privately owned practice that takes medicine seriously but doesn't take themselves too seriously! They are currently seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team. The hospital sees a caseload of approximately 95% cats and dogs, with around 5% exotics at the doctor's discretion. For those with a special interest, there's an opportunity to grow the exotic patient base. The practice isn't a cookie-cutter clinic - they support autonomous medicine and encourage individuality in clinical approach. Working Hours / Rota The hospital itself is open Monday through Friday from 7am to 7pm, and on Saturday from 9am to5pm. They are closed on Sundays. Full-time schedules consist of roughly 32 hours over four days, with flexibility around shifts. If a doctor works on Saturday, they receive an additional day off during the week. A typical schedule includes three days of appointments and one full surgical day. The team is open to full-time or part-time arrangements and can be very flexible. Role Description and Responsibilities This is a full-service GP role that includes a range of clinical responsibilities. The hospital welcomes both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Mentorship is available for new grads, and they are also open to taking new graduates through internships. Practice Details The practice offers 20-minute appointments for annual vaccines with one pet, 30 minutes for two pets, and 40 minutes for three. Rechecks are scheduled for 30 minutes and sick visits for 40 minutes. The hospital is well-equipped with digital x-ray, digital dental, two ultrasounds (including a new unit), and a companion therapy laser. There are four exam rooms, a large separate surgical suite, and a dental suite featuring a new Vet-Tome machine. They also have in-house Idexx labs with a new inVue machine and a full suite of diagnostic capabilities, alongside computerized records. An outdoor euthanasia garden has been created to support compassionate end-of-life care. The practice offers full-service GP care and orthopedic surgery, with mentorship available for those interested in learning orthopedics. They are always open to investing in new equipment as needed. Team The team includes two part-time DVMs, one full-time DVM, and one steady relief veterinarian. The support team is strong, maintaining an excellent 2 : 1 staff-to-doctor ratio. Candidate Requirements Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA) Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so About Tempus Recruitment This is a brief overview of the role, therefore we fully appreciate there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company, and so on. We assure you that Tempus Recruitment are here to help and are more than happy to get those questions answered for you in advance of any potential interviews. We are here to make the recruitment process simple and stress free, working with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you need before formally making an application. Haven't Worked with a Recruiter Before? No Problem! All communication is 100% private and confidential Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for a new job We have exclusive roles not being advertised publicly We tailor job searches to your specific needs, therefore you will only get sent roles that match your requirements What Happens Next Interested in this position or others that we can offer? Apply now or request a call back! One of our expert recruiters will reach out to you to gather all the relevant information regarding your search. This will then allow us to put together a tailored jobs list based on your requirements. #IHTVRP The Package Salary up to $160,000 (Annual) Competitive Base Salary Up To $160k (DOE) Signing Bonus Retention Bonus Opportunity to Earn Production Bonuses No Negative Accrual Health Insurance 401k with 3% Match Fantastic CE Allowance PTO Sick Leave Licenses and Dues Pet Discounts Scrubs Provided Annually Malpractice Insurance Future Stock Options Employment Type : Full Time Salary : $160,000 Annual