Associate Veterinarian | Dix Hills Animal Hospital

If you have 1-3 years’ experience

THIS CAREER IS WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR!

Above the standard pay and what some would say, super spectacular salary, production (18%), and benefits (see below)
A fun work environment where you have roots and wings to realize your full potential! Work with talented team members, guiding associates, and an understanding owner who all love what they do.
Flexible hours –4-day, 5-day, what works for you?
If you’re looking for ideal clients, we have the best!
Continuing education, Simple IRA retirement plan, Paid Time Off, and Staff pet benefits

If you’re an experienced veterinarian that’s looking for a challenge and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of people and their pets, while having fun with a great team then Dix Hills Animal Hospital, located in Huntington, NY, one of the best places to live in New York (Really!), might be your next career move!

Our facility is a full-service animal hospital that welcomes both pets with significant illness or injury, along with routine veterinary care related to preventative medicine, necessary surgeries, and excellent dental care for your pet. Our veterinarians have extensive experience treating severe pet health conditions in addition to regular pet wellness. Our hospital has been private and family owned since 1965, with an amazing reputation in our area that clients respect.

It is essential to our team that we work together to make every experience positive and friendly; this way, pets, and their owners can feel calm and comfortable in our trusting hands. We are true champions of quality canine and feline veterinary care in Huntington, NY.

Here are the particulars – APPLY NOW

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need to Have…

This role can be demanding, but our Associate Veterinarian must be highly qualified, an excellent communicator, the ability to multitask with strong problem-solving skills, and genuinely passionate about the pets in their care. We are looking for an associate that is confident but friendly and pleasant to clients and team members. Here is a brief overview of the expectations required for the Associate Veterinarian role:

Medical Duties

Broad knowledge and skills needed to treat sick and injured animals by way of prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.
A multitasker who can easily switch hats and apply their skills where needed with ease.
Thorough preventative medical care for all patients.
Possess strong surgical expertise.
Perform laboratory procedures and diagnostic tests, including parasitology, hematology, and urinalysis.
Possess the ability to operate diagnostic equipment, i.e,, radiographic with comprehensive knowledge to interpret the resulting images. Practice also equipped with ultrasound equipment, ability to operate and interpret images a plus!
Administer anesthetics, perform surgery, and monitor patients during surgery and recovery with the assistance of the technical team.
Dentistry is a strong part of our practice so experience with dental extractions and procedures is preferred.

Administrative Duties

Document all actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and patient records.

Client Service Duties

Answer client questions and provide education on various aspects of animal care and treatment.
Educate the public about diseases that can be spread from animals to humans.
Call back/follow-up with clients; recommend medical progress visits when appropriate.

A list of requirements essential to this role include:

Possess a valid DVM license that is in good standing for the NY area.
Flexibility to accommodate changes to work shift, such as staying late or working through breaks to assist pets on occasion.

How You Can Expect to Be Compensated in This Role

Dix Hills Animal Hospital offers exciting benefits for its full-time employees, including:

Competitive Salary - Based on Experience
Continuing Education
Discount on veterinary services
Licenses and Membership Dues
PTO
Retirement Plan- (401K 4% matching plan)

If you have read this and know you’re the one we’ve been searching for, we would love to hear from you right away! You can find us on the web to learn more about who we are and what we do.

When contacting us, please include your resume, cover letter, and a brief reason why you are the “one” we are searching for at the practice.

Please note: Dix Hills Animal Hospital is both a drug-free workplace and an equal employment opportunity employer.

Compensation: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

We are looking to grow our team with individuals who share our energy, enthusiasm and commitment for creating the best experience and providing the best care for our clients and their furry family members!

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