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Description & Requirements
Associate Veterinarian – Clarke Animal Hospital
Spring Lake, Michigan
Clarke Animal Hospital, located near the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan in Spring Lake, MI, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established, collaborative, and growing team.
We are a full-service, 6-doctor companion animal practice serving a loyal and engaged client base from the Spring Lake and Norton Shores communities. Our clientele values high-quality medicine and is receptive to thorough diagnostics and treatment plans, allowing our doctors to practice excellent veterinary care.
Why Clarke Animal Hospital?
Supportive, Experienced Team
- Strong tenure: most technicians have been with us 3 years, including a Lead LVT with 20 years of experience
- Multiple LVTs on staff for support
- 2 dedicated support staff per doctor (typically an LVT assistant)
- Doctors trust technicians to work at the top of their license
· Hospital Leadership Team is dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive work environment
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- Open to full-time or part-time candidates
- Doctors rotate Saturdays (approximately 1 Saturday every 2 months; clinic open 2 Saturdays/month)
· Our team emphasizes thoughtful scheduling and case management to ensure reasonable, predictable workdays.
Medical & Facility Highlights
- Digital radiography & digital dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- In-house laboratory
- Dedicated surgery suite with 2 surgery tables
- 2 anesthesia machines with advanced monitoring
- 2 wet tables in treatment
- Fully digital medical records
- 6 exam rooms (including a dedicated comfort/euthanasia room)
- Space available for future expansion
Professional Growth
We welcome veterinarians at different stages of their careers. Confident early-career doctors and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply. Mentorship is available, particularly when senior doctors are present, and we are especially interested in candidates who may bring or wish to develop skills in:
- Ultrasound
- Advanced or orthopedic surgery
- Acupuncture
- Taking on complex cases and helping train support staff
Culture & Expectations
- Collaborative, respectful doctor team
- Calm, professional environment
- Doctors have autonomy in medical decision-making
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- AVMA & Michigan VMA membership
- Pet care benefits
- CE Allowance
- Additional benefits discussed during the interview process
Location
Spring Lake offers the best of West Michigan living:
- Minutes from Lake Michigan, boating, walking trails, and multiple state parks
- Four-season outdoor recreation
- ~30 minutes to Grand Rapids with similar cost of living
- Vibrant lakeshore communities with excellent dining and lifestyle amenities
To learn more about us, visit: www.clarkeanimalhospital.net