• Job Description

  Req#: 1802
  Overview
  
  
  Palmer Lake Veterinary Clinic , a CareVet partner, has an opening for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team! We are a well-established, three doctor practice in a brand new state-of-the-art facility located in lovely Palmer Lake, Colorado just 20 minutes north of Colorado Springs. We are closed on weekends!
  About the Position
  We are looking for an experienced well-rounded veterinarian looking to work in clinical small animal medicine, providing wellness, dentistry, and surgery procedures. The ideal candidate should have effective communication skills, work well with staff, be a thorough diagnostician. A skilled surgeon that feels comfortable with all aspects of dentistry including surgical extractions, would be ideal, but not required. Full-time or part-time positions are available.
  About the Team
  We have a tenured team of three doctors and support staff and foster a collaborative work environment; and have been proudly serving the community for 19 years. Our team has a high level of work ethic and we are continually looking for ways to improve our practice to provide high quality care for our clients.
  About the Hospital
  We practice high-quality medicine and treat our clients and their pets like family. Our practice is fully equipped with digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, a full surgical suite with current anesthesia monitoring equipment, Idexx in-house lab equipment, high-speed and slow-speed dental equipment, electrosurgery, fully stocked pharmacy, and Cornerstone practice management software. Our wonderful staff consists of experienced front desk personnel and talented, experienced veterinary technicians and technician assistants. Our appointments are typically 30 minutes allowing you time to work up cases and interact with your clients. We are closed on weekends!
  Palmer Lake has gorgeous views of the Rocky Mountains, an abundance of outdoor activities, a strong real estate market, and top-rated public schools. We have amazing clients that truly love and want the best possible care for their pets.
  CareVet Offers You:
  • Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
  • Generous signing bonus, student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
  • Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
  • Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
  • Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties
  • Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
  • For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!
  
  Responsibilities
  
  
  • Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
  • Treat and dress wounds
  • Perform surgery on animals
  • Test for and vaccinate against diseases
  • Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
  • Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
  • Prescribe medication
  • Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
  • Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
  • Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
  • Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
  • Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
  • Strong fondness and understanding of animals
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of animal behavior
  • Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals
  How to Apply
  To learn more about positions available, please contact Stephanie Cooper at (303)-552-8143, or by email at scooper@carevethealth.com. Apply directly by clicking the button below.
  About the Network
  CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.
  Watch this video to learn more!
  
  
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
  • Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
  • Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
  • Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
  • Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
  • Strong fondness and understanding of animals
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of animal behavior
  • Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals
  How to Apply
  To learn more about positions available, please contact Stephanie Cooper at (303)-552-8143, or by email at scooper@carevethealth.com. Apply directly by clicking the button below.
  About the Network
  CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.
  Watch this video to learn more!
  
  
  • Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
  • Treat and dress wounds
  • Perform surgery on animals
  • Test for and vaccinate against diseases
  • Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
  • Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
  • Prescribe medication
  • Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

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