Associate Veterinarian

Berry Animal Clinic , a CareVet partner, has a tremendous opportunity to join our thriving practice in Decatur AL! This position offers a six figure salary plus production, a generous signing bonus, work/life balance, no upfront non-compete, no weekends and more!

About the Position

We are seeking a compassionate Veterinarian to help grow our thriving practice! All levels of experience will be considered, but the ideal candidate will be friendly, personable and a team player. This is a great opportunity for a new grad looking for mentorship!

About the Hospital

We are committed to practicing high quality, progressive, individualized medical care for our patients. We provide you with the tools to help your patients through industry-leading medical and diagnostic capabilities. This hospital is a 3 doctor practice equipt with 3 exam rooms, portable ultra sound, digital Xray, and lots of surgical and dental surgery opportunities! The team is strong with 4+ years of longevity within the staff members, and a great place for someone to make home if you're looking for a busy practice with a family feel atmosphere!

About the Team

Work along a team that is friendly, team-oriented, and dedicated to an enjoyable work-life balance. Our experienced support staff and veterinarians create a professional work experience while helping our clients care for their beloved companions. Our team is comprised of 5 techs, a strong group of CSR's, and one go-getter attitutde office manager! The team loves to hang out outside of work, and love to treat each other as family in the practice!

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! 

• 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

• 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 Lisa Maher at 845-430-2272 (call or text), or by email at [email protected]. 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.  

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