Associate Veterinarian Part-Time - The Gentle Doctor

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Calling all enthusiastic and dedicated Veterinarians! The Gentle Doctor in Savage MN is on the lookout for an exceptional individual like you to join our growing team. Get ready for an exciting and fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners! The Gentle Doctor is seeking 2 day a week (parttime) or a doctor to split time between The Gentle Doctor and Burnsville Animal Clinic Fulltime 34 days a week).

Since 1989 The Gentle Doctor has been an integral part of the community providing topnotch veterinary care with a strong emphasis on preventative medicine. We believe in working closely with pet owners to make informed decisions about their furry companions health and wellbeing. Our clinic is fully equipped with stateoftheart tools and resources ensuring you can deliver the best care and service to our beloved pets and clientele. And guess what Youll have an incredible team of veterinary professionals to learn from and collaborate with along the way.

But its not just about the fantastic work we doits also about our amazing location. Savage MN is a vibrant suburban community located just a short drive only 20 miles south of the Twin Cities. The Mall of America the ultimate shopping and entertainment extravaganza in the United States is right at your fingertips offering a world of attractions and fun for all ages. And for those who love the great outdoors Savage boasts numerous parks and trails including the beautiful McCall Pond Environmental Learning Center and the expansive MurphyHanrehan Park Reserve. Theres no shortage of outdoor adventures to be had!

Joining The Gentle Doctor means becoming part of a supportive and lively team that values collaboration growth and of course having a great time. We foster a positive inclusive work environment where your skills and ideas shine.

Job Summary

The Associate DVM ensures a high quality of veterinary care client service employee wellbeing and productivity of the veterinary medical team. The Principal Doctor and Practice Manager will lead the Associate DVM to ensure the wellbeing of the hospital environment medical quality and business performance of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent highquality 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 WellHaven Code of Ethics 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 inperson 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 wellbeing
• Provide medical training to support staff (new graduates will gain experience over time).
• Willingness to train/lead/manage support staff as required

Customer Service Delivery:

• Consistently provide professional efficient and exceptional service
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients
• Effectively adapt to individual clients and their needs
• Effectively resolve customer complaints as appropriate

Other:

• Lead and guide the team to ensure the hospital meets safety standards and regulations set by the DEA and OSHA (new graduates will gain experience over time).
• Meet all OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
• Ability to perform other job duties as assigned

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 highquality outcomes
• Provide consistent highquality care safe and exceptional medical services
• Remain actionoriented and effectively set priorities
• Work well in an extremely fastpaced 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 handeye coordination armhandfinger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard operate equipment and read information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• 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 Xray 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. This peoplefirst approach has made a considerable difference in the lives of our teams clients pets our communities and the health of our hospitals.

Weve been recognized in Inc. Magazine for making a difference in our community and in Forbes for being named one of Americas Best Startup Employers. It is an exciting time to be part of the WellHaven team and an excellent time for you to consider joining us!

Please learn more about WellHaven at www.wellhaven.

WellHaven Benefits

WellHaven offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package.

Please review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven/wellhavenemploymentbenefits/

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.

In accordance with federal state and local law WellHaven may provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of applicants during the hiring process unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on WellHaven. For more information please contact WellHaven HR at