Veterinarian J913222

Associate Veterinarian opportunity in Oak Park, MI, with compensation up to $150,000. Help relaunch a full-service small-animal clinic under renewed leadership and shape a supportive, team-first culture from day one.

The Hospital
This is a full-service small-animal clinic preparing for a planned reopening under new leadership, offering the rare chance to help build systems, workflows, and culture the right way. The practice is intentionally staffed before reopening and supported by experienced technicians and dedicated client service representatives, ensuring efficient, collaborative patient care. The clinic features in-house diagnostics, an on-site laboratory, digital radiography, a dental suite, and a general surgical suite, with boarding and grooming facilities to support the client experience and a varied caseload. A walk-in care model keeps the day dynamic and balanced across wellness, dentistry, and routine surgical needs. Client-friendly payment options and new client offers support access to care and healthy, long-term relationships.

Location
This role is based in Oak Park, MI, a diverse, centrally located inner-ring suburb of Detroit with excellent regional access and a strong sense of community. The city offers easy commutes, year-round community events, parks and greenways, and a business-friendly environment that continues to attract investment.
- Central Metro Detroit location about 14 miles northwest of downtown Detroit
- Excellent freeway connectivity with I-696 to the north and 8 Mile/M-102 to the south
- Stable, diverse community of approximately 29,560 residents
- Business-friendly city recognized for redevelopment readiness and streamlined permitting
- Solid local business base, including major distribution investment
- Community amenities: event hub and band shell, community center, public library, and annual events like Winterfest, Summer Concert Series, Oaktoberfest, and the Independence Day Parade
- Parks, pocket parks, dog park, and 9 Mile linear/connector parks for outdoor time and family life
- Multiple public school options (Oak Park, Berkley, Ferndale school districts)
- Strong local workforce with high school-or-higher educational attainment and a high homeownership rate

Benefits
- $30,000 sign-on bonus
- Production bonus with no negative accrual and transparent performance metrics
- Long-term incentive cash program tied to production
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources
- 401(k) with company match
- Student loan assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Continuing education allowance, plus paid state and professional licensure/dues
- Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
- Mentorship and structured professional development
- Employee referral bonus program
- Robust operational and clinical support, including strong technician coverage

The Role
- Deliver high-quality small-animal general practice care across wellness, preventive medicine, dentistry, elective soft tissue surgery, and routine urgent needs
- Perform thorough exams, diagnose and create treatment plans, and interpret in-house lab results and radiographs
- Conduct dental procedures and general surgeries with appropriate anesthesia and pain management protocols
- Provide clear client communication and education to build long-term relationships
- Collaborate with technicians and CSRs in a walk-in care model; contribute to protocols and processes during the relaunch
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold best-practice standards of care

Requirements
- DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
- License to practice in Michigan (or eligibility to obtain)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach
- Team-oriented mindset and commitment to high-quality, evidence-based medicine

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