Part-time Veterinarian | CareVet of Des Moines

Overview

Do you enjoy the excitement of urgent care, but not the long overnight hours? Are you looking for a boost in income while maintaining a flexible schedule without the long overnight shifts? CareVet of Des Moines has an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity for a Veterinarian like you.


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. The incoming Veterinarian will have flexible scheduling options that can include GP and Urgent cases and would practice 25 hours/week. Ask about our part-time hours, full time benefits!

Des Moines is a vibrant, fast-growing city with a welcoming community and a cost of living that gives you more space, comfort, and opportunity for your money. It offers a great balance of urban amenities-like restaurants, arts, and entertainment-while still maintaining an easy, low-stress pace of life. Plus, its strong job market and central location make it an ideal place to build both a career and a fulfilling home life.

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.

CareVet Offers You:

• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Robust benefits package including 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!

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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 Kelly Weber at View email address on click.appcast.io 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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