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Description & Requirements
Associate Veterinarian - Clarke Animal Hospital
Spring Lake, Michigan
Clarke Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established, collaborative, and growing companion animal practice near the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan.
We are a 4-doctor small animal hospital serving a loyal and engaged client base throughout the Spring Lake and Norton Shores communities. Our clients value quality medicine and are receptive to diagnostics and treatment recommendations, allowing our doctors to practice thoughtful and thorough veterinary care.
Why Join Clarke Animal Hospital?
Experienced Support Team
Our hospital is built around a highly experienced and dependable support staff that allows doctors to focus on practicing medicine efficiently and confidently.
- Strong team tenure, including a Lead LVT with 20 years of experience
- Multiple LVTs on staff
- Typically 2 dedicated support staff members per doctor
- Technicians are empowered to work at the top of their license
- Leadership team committed to maintaining a positive, respectful workplace culture
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
We believe sustainable schedules lead to better medicine and happier teams.
- Open to full-time or part-time candidates
- Rotating Saturday schedule (approximately 1 Saturday every 2 months)
- Clinic open only 2 Saturdays per month
- Emphasis on efficient scheduling and manageable caseloads to support predictable workdays
Facility & Medical Capabilities
Our well-equipped hospital supports a wide variety of medical and surgical services, including:
- Digital radiography and digital dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- In-house laboratory
- Dedicated surgery suite with 2 surgery tables
- 2 anesthesia machines with advanced monitoring
- Fully digital medical records
- 6 exam rooms, including a dedicated comfort room
- Room for future growth and expansion
Professional Environment
We welcome veterinarians at various stages of their careers, including early-career doctors who are comfortable practicing with collaborative support available from the team.
Our doctors enjoy a collegial environment with opportunities to discuss cases and continue developing their interests. We are especially interested in candidates who have experience in — or an interest in growing skills related to:
- Ultrasound
- Advanced or orthopedic surgery
- Acupuncture
- Managing complex medical cases
- Supporting and developing veterinary support staff
Culture
- Collaborative and respectful doctor team
- Calm, professional atmosphere
- Clinical autonomy and individualized approach to medicine
- Team-oriented environment with experienced support staff
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- CE allowance
- AVMA and Michigan VMA membership dues
- Pet care benefits
- Additional benefits discussed during the interview process
Location
Spring Lake offers the best of West Michigan living, with easy access to:
- Lake Michigan beaches, boating, and waterfront recreation
- Walking trails and state parks
- Four-season outdoor activities
- Grand Rapids amenities within approximately 30 minutes
- Charming lakeshore communities with excellent dining and lifestyle options