Veterinarian

Welcome to East Riverside Veterinary Hospital, your full-service small animal clinic rooted in the vibrant New Orleans community. Since 2022, our mission has been to provide comprehensive veterinary care while treating every patient like our own. The community acknowledges this commitment, giving us an exceptional 4.8-star Google rating. We seek dedicated professionals ready to join our seven-doctor team and succeed in an environment built on skill and compassion. Joining East Riverside Veterinary Hospital means becoming part of a highly skilled group of teammates committed to elevating patient care. With seven DVMs, you will find consistent support and collaboration, allowing you to focus on your specific areas of expertise. Our extensive operating hours—open seven days a week until 8 PM on weekdays—reflect our commitment to serving the community, but also offer flexible scheduling opportunities that help you achieve your career goals and do your best work. You will practice high-quality, comprehensive medicine here, spanning the full spectrum of small animal care. Our services are robust, including Urgent Care capabilities to address critical needs within the community. We provide advanced medical opportunities across surgical procedures, testing and diagnostics, and specialized Advanced Care options. This commitment to clinical excellence ensures you have the tools and resources necessary to handle complex cases and continually grow your professional skills. Beyond the clinic walls, you will discover the unparalleled culture of New Orleans, LA. This is a city famous worldwide for its unique music, history, and culinary excellence. Located in a historic and accessible neighborhood, East Riverside Veterinary Hospital gives you the ideal opportunity to build your career while enjoying the richness of Louisiana life. If you are looking for a place where history, community, and cutting-edge veterinary medicine meet, New Orleans offers the perfect backdrop for your continued success.

A total compensation of at least $170,000 is guaranteed for the first year of employment.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual .

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

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EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.