About us

The Animal Hospital of Kentwood is a small individually owned, professional and pet centered veterinary clinic.

```Job Overview:

The Animal Hospital of Kentwood is looking for a full or part time veterinarian to join our team. We are a well-established, veterinarian owned practice for dogs, cats, and small mammals. We are located in Kentwood, MI in West Michigan, adjacent to Grand Rapids and only 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Michigan.

Our practice is patient centered, and we are dedicated to providing the best care for our patients through client education and empathetic communication. We currently are a two full time doctor practice with one doctor looking to transition into retirement. The right candidate should be excited to practice high quality medicine in a team-orientated environment. We are a family friendly practice with a cooperative support staff that help each other and strive to balance work with home life.

Typical full time schedule is four days a week (8:30am to 6pm) with one Saturday (8:30am to 1pm) a month. Saturday hours are typically the last Saturday of the month and doctors would alternate this working day. Closed on Sunday. Appointments are scheduled as 20 minutes for most well patient visits and 40 minutes for complicated or sick pet visits. Appointments end mid-day for a one hour lunch and then resume again in the afternoon. Urgent cases are seen as the schedule allows but true emergencies are referred to one of three local emergency clinics. We have surgical/dental appointments three mornings a week that are rotated between doctors. Our licensed technician is responsible for anesthesia monitoring and dental cleaning.

We are equipped with digital full body radiography, digital dental radiography, companion therapy laser, Avimark software, in-house Idexx blood analyzers, and ultrasound. Experienced DVMs and new graduates are encouraged to apply. New grads would receive mentoring and help with adjusting to private practice because we want our doctors to thrive. The ideal candidate would have a desire to learn and grow their skillset, have effective communication skills to educate and build relationships with clientele, and be a cooperative team member and leader. Surgical and/or dental experience would be a welcome plus but is not necessary. Interests in ultrasound and/or Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine would be welcomed and encouraged.

Compensation is negotiable and competitive. Salary or production based options would be considered. A signing bonus is offered based on experience. Other benefits include: paid licensing and liability insurance, health insurance cost offset, paid time for continuing education, three weeks of paid time off, pet care discounts, and available 401K savings program with practice match.

Responsibilities:

- Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests on animals

- Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and diseases in animals

- Administer vaccinations and medications as needed

- Perform surgical procedures as required

- Provide emergency care to injured or critically ill animals, during business hours

- Educate pet owners on proper animal care, nutrition, and preventive measures

- Collaborate with veterinary technicians and other staff members to ensure the well-being of animals

- Maintain accurate medical records of all patients

- Stay updated on the latest advancements in veterinary medicine

Qualifications:

- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited veterinary school

- Valid state veterinary license

- Strong knowledge of animal handling techniques and animal restraint methods

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with pet owners

- Ability to work well in a team environment

Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience, with option for ProSal bonus

- Paid educational development

- Generous employee pet care benefits for personal pets

- Healthcare reimbursement

- Retirement plan options, 401k plan plus match

- Paid time off for vacation and sick leave

- Continuing education opportunities for professional development

If you are a dedicated Veterinarian with a passion for providing exceptional care to animals, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team!```

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49508: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person