Description
Full-Time Associate Veterinarian
Practice Great Medicine. Build Meaningful Relationships. Make a Difference.
Happy Tales Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and team-oriented Associate Veterinarian to join our independently owned and growing practice.
At Happy Tales, we believe veterinary medicine is about more than diagnosing and treating patients. It's about building lasting relationships with pets and their families, supporting our community, and creating a positive workplace where every team member can thrive.
Why Happy Tales?
- Independently owned veterinary hospital
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Strong mentorship opportunities for new graduates
- Experienced leadership committed to professional growth
- Modern equipment and progressive medical standards
- Focus on work-life balance and team wellbeing
- Opportunity to help educate and mentor future veterinary professionals
- Flexible work schedule (3 or 4 days a week)
Position Summary
Happy Tales Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our independently owned veterinary practice. This position offers the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine while building meaningful relationships with clients, patients, and the local community.
The ideal candidate is passionate about patient care, values teamwork, enjoys client education, and is committed to continuous professional growth. Both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply.
Position Duties
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop diagnostic and treatment plans.
- Diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions in companion animals.
- Perform routine and elective surgical procedures.
- Interpret laboratory results, radiographs, and diagnostic imaging.
- Educate clients on preventive care, treatment options, nutrition, and wellness.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records. Utilizing Dragon Medical or HappyDoc AI.
- Collaborate effectively with veterinary technicians, assistants, and client service representatives.
- Participate in hospital initiatives focused on quality medicine and patient care.
- Support mentorship and educational opportunities for veterinary students and team members.
- Uphold the highest standards of veterinary ethics and professionalism.
Requirements
Required
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited institution.
- To have or ability for Accreditation for USDA
- Current veterinary license or eligibility for licensures.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to high-quality medicine and client service.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
- Surgical experience and confidence with routine procedures.
- Interest in internal medicine, preventive care, dentistry, or surgery.
- Interest in Holistic Medicine specifically Acupuncture and Chiropractics.
- Desire to participate in mentorship and professional development opportunities.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with profit sharing
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Continuing education allowance
- Disability and professional liability
- Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
- Mentorship and career development opportunities
- Employee pet care discounts
- Scrub allowance
About Happy Tales Veterinary Hospital
Led by Dr. Charles Yurkon and his wife Jennifer Yurkon; Happy Tales Veterinary Hospital provides exceptional care to patients while staying closely connected to the local community. We are committed to mentoring future veterinary professionals and creating an environment where both pets and people receive excellent care.
If you're looking for a hospital where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and discover why Happy Tales is a special place to practice veterinary medicine.
