Associate Veterinarian Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital Happy Valley, OR

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Join the Adventure at Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital in Vibrant Happy Valley OR!

Are you ready for an exciting veterinary career in an AAHA-accredited hospital that offers exceptional care to our furry family members Look no further than Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital where we seek a dedicated and passionate veterinarian to join our growing team!

At Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital we take pride in our beautiful progressive facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology. From ultrasound and digital radiography to digital dental X-rays and in-house labs we have the tools to provide top-notch veterinary services. Our full surgery suite ensures that we can offer comprehensive care to our patients delivering exceptional outcomes.

But its not just our impressive facility that sets us apartour location in Happy Valley a stunning suburb of Portland adds to the appeal. We have a large and devoted client base in an affluent neighborhood surrounded by large farming areas. We are a preventive-based hospital and proud to offer Care Companion Wellness Plans which allow us to actively participate in our patients lives from their early days as puppies or kittens to their golden years. Building long-term relationships with our clients is at the core of what we do.

Collaboration is a key value at Happy Valley Veterinary Hospital. We foster strong communication and make decisions as a team ensuring every voice is heard. Monthly manager/doctor meetings and staff meetings provide a platform to set goals discuss cases and educate our assistants creating a cohesive and supportive team environment. We believe that collaboration leads to better patient care and a more fulfilling work experience.

Happy Valley offers a vibrant and exciting community for both work and play. Located just a few miles from the bustling city of Portland youll have access to diverse cultural experiences art galleries music venues and a thriving food scene. The surrounding natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest provides ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts with hiking trails parks and recreational activities within easy reach. From exploring the stunning Columbia River Gorge to embarking on scenic drives through the lush countryside Happy Valley is a gateway to adventure.

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 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 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

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 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
• 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 people-first 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!

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WellHaven Benefits

WellHaven offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package.

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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.

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