Veterinarian

Company: Hayfield Animal Hospital
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Thriving independent practice with long established ties to a diverse area! In your search for the right career move for yourself, there are a lot of competing factors that go into that decision. What gets you into the door are your credentials and your salary expectations. What keeps you at a workplace is that you are getting your needs met as far as opportunities to grow, a sane workload, and a meaningful experience with a workplace culture. Our hospital family is exactly that. We get to know each other as family, we argue over the best Disney movie to put on in the lobby, we laugh about Secret Santa presents, and, when we say goodbye to a beloved pet, we grieve as a family. We're even a family owned company and we celebrate with them, too. There's employees just starting their career journeys with us while others have grown through the years with us -- we hope you'll see that too when you get to know us. Most of all, we're inviting you to join us and stay with us, too -- there's tons of jobs out there, but if you're looking for something more than just a place to spend 40 hours a week at, we're worth a good look. We're looking for a veterinarian of any experience, ready to share the benefits of your veterinary knowledge to our patients (mostly dogs and cats), their client families, and fellow practitioners. A successful applicant should have these skills: Being a team player with a diverse healthcare team Excellent communication skills, both to team members and clients A sense of humor and a positive outlook to manage stress Pride in your work and an eagerness to learn continuously Honest desire to help our client community with sound medical decisions Here's what we are offering to you: Training and mentorship, from peers at our three hospitals, and in CE A full-service hospital to learn in, with the latest ultrasound and laboratory equipment. Competitive pay with a 20% production bonus A signing and relocation bonus A 3:1 ratio of staff to doctors, and a team to delegate to Benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield health, vision and dental plan, a 401k plan with employer match up to 5%, and life in one of the most culturally rich areas of the country. Plus you will have time to actually explore that feature with a work schedule of 40 hours a week. A starting PTO of 12 days/year, plus an extra day per year, plus an extra day every 5 years (so, 18 days on year 5), capping out at 28 days at your fifteen year mark. Best of all? 100% rollover. Earn it, use it, enjoy it. Veterinarian Responsibilities: Assessing and examining patients, and diagnosing their medical issues. Conducting laboratory tests on specimens to diagnose medical conditions. Performing diagnostic imaging and ultrasound tests. Maintaining client records in Cornerstone Performing surgery, dressing and treating wounds, and prescribing medication. Promoting preventative care by advocating and administering routine vaccinations, and by educating clients on positive diet and lifestyle choices for pets. Improving patients' dental health by performing checkups, and cleaning and extracting teeth. Ensuring compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures. All applicants must pass national boards and acquire a Virginia license. Well qualified international applicants are encouraged to apply; we can only consider candidates from AVMA recognized schools. Relevant experience with small animal care is a must. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: Yes

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