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Job Summary

Little Paws Animal Clinic is a dedicated small-animal veterinary practice commited to providing compasstionate, high-quality medical care for the pets in our community. Our team takes pride in delivering personalized attention, clear communication, and a welcoming environment for every patient and pet parent who walks through our doors.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Associate Veterinarian specializing in small animals to join our dynamic veterinary team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive veterinary services to our patients, including preventative wellness care, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and client education. Your expertise will help foster an environment where pet owners feel confident in the care their animals receive. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners while advancing your veterinary career.

We Offer

• Daytime hours
• No late evenings, weekends, emergencies, or on-call requirements
• Clean, spacious clinic with multiple exam rooms, treatment tables, and surgical suite
• Exceptional support staff with varying experience
• Idexx In-house diagnostics
• Instinct Practice Management Platform
• Competitive pay, health insurance, and retirement plan
• Flexible schedule with earning based on salary + commission, and working as little or as much as desired
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and major holidays
• Many local refferal and emergency clinics nearby for emergency or specialized cases

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose our canine and feline patients.
• Perform routine and emergency veterinary procedures including surgeries and dental prophylaxis.
• Order and interpret diagnostic results to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
• Educate pet owners on animal care, vaccination protocols, and preventive health measures.
• Prescribe medication and other treatments necessary for patient care.
• Support critical care cases by applying veterinary critical care experience to stabilize and treat severely ill or injured animals.
• Maintain detailed medical records, follow veterinary protocols, and communicate effectively with team members to ensure seamless patient care

Requirements

• Veterinary degree from an accredited institution with valid licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for client education and team collaboration.
• While experience is valued, we also welcome motivated recent graduates who are eager to learn. We are committed to providing mentorship and a supportive environment to help develop clinical confidence and skills.

 Benefits:

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