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Managing Veterinarian | JV/Buy-in option

Village East Animal Hospital is looking for a full-time veterinarian team to help shape our future! We are a full-service hospital with a respected reputation and loyal clientele. Our friendly, compassionate veterinary team has been providing friendly, compassionate service to the Evansville community since 1974. We are always looking to improve patient care through technological advances. Our hospital features a fully equipped dental suite, dedicated surgery suite, heated recovery cages and warming IV fluid system, state-of-the-art anesthesia delivery systems, an IDEXX in house lab, and digital radiology. We ensure client satisfaction while securing peace of mind that your pets will be treated as our own.

At Village East, we are looking for a Managing Doctor who looks forward to taking on challenging cases, mentoring new graduates, and collaborating with the veterinary team. The Managing Doctor, or Medical Director, is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. We’re looking for someone who enjoys the responsibility of creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered to keep our community smiling and the tails wagging!

Our ideal candidate has an energetic approach to growing professionally and an interest in specialized areas of veterinary care such as surgery, dentistry, ultrasound, etc. are a plus, but the freedom to pursue your niche in veterinary medicine is encouraged. If you’re a veterinarian with 3+ years of experience looking to provide the best patient care while working on a team of exceptional industry professionals, we want you to apply!

What we offer:

• Above market salary - starting at $100k
• Employer-paid health insurance, short term disability insurance and life insurance
• Sign-on bonus - up to $50k
• Leadership bonus
• Longevity bonus or student loan assistance - up to $20k
• Relocation bonus - in-state offered, $10k guaranteed for candidates relocating from out-of-state
• 401(K) - with company match program
• Insurance- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Malpractice
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Employee Discounts
• Paid dues for AVMA, IVMA, State license and DEA dues
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Unlimited love and kisses from our fury friends

About Evansville, Indiana:

Evansville is in southwestern Indiana and is the states’ third-largest city with a population of 120,000.  Located on the Ohio River, Evansville is close to the Hoosier National Forest, multiple caves systems, lakes and rivers, ideal for outdoor enthusiast and families who enjoy hiking, camping, kayaking and horseback riding.  We’re known as entertainment hub of the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky tri-state area offering live performances, museums, casino and zoo. Don’t forget to check out one of the handful of craft breweries afterwards! Evansville is within a few hours of Indianapolis, St. Louis, Louisville and Nashville, so you won’t be short of options for your next outdoor adventure or weekend getaway.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
• 3+ years of experience as a veterinarian (DVM)
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Indiana
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members.
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
• Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success.
• Manages time and tasks appropriately.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.