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Full time DVM: Urgent Care Veterinarian - New Opportunity + Great Benefits - Newport News, VA

A dynamic partner hospital is seeking a full-time Urgent Care Veterinarian to join their compassionate and skilled team in Newport News, VA. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced urgent care environment, focusing solely on urgent care—no wellness services. If you are passionate about animal care and enjoy the challenge of an urgent care setting, this position is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat urgent care cases, including illnesses, injuries, and other emergencies.
• Provide medical care, administer treatments, and prescribe medications.
• Perform necessary procedures and surgeries (excluding abdominal surgeries).
• Maintain thorough and organized patient records.
• Collaborate with a dedicated veterinary team to ensure optimal care for all patients.
• Communicate effectively with clients about diagnoses, treatment plans, and pet health.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program.
• Active veterinary license in good standing to practice in Virginia (or ability to obtain one).
• Experience in urgent care medicine is preferred but not required. Special consideration will be given to new graduates.
• Strong clinical skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and the veterinary team.
• A commitment to high-quality care and a Fear Free approach to handling animals.

Work Environment & Perks:

• Flexible schedule with swing/second shift options, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Urgent care-only setting—no wellness care, allowing you to focus entirely on urgent cases.
• No abdominal surgeries, ensuring the focus remains on urgent care cases.
• Fear Free approach to handling all animals, with a special emphasis on providing a stress-free environment for pets.
• Feline-friendly practice, ensuring a welcoming environment for cats and their owners.
• Strong technical team and support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Brand new and modern hospital facilities designed to support a high standard of veterinary care.
• The ability to serve patients and clients with a relationship-based approach, building long-term trust within the community.

Benefits:

• Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance to further your professional development.
• Paid State Licensing Fees and AVMA and State Professional Dues.
• Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) coverage.
• Pro-Sal with no negative accrual for added financial flexibility.
• Significantly discounted personal veterinary care for multiple pets.
• Personalized 1:1 mentorship and opportunities for internal collaboration and consultations with the veterinary team.
• Flexible compensation package tailored to meet individual needs.
• Healthcare packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 3 Weeks PTO and 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave (for both parents).
• Annual Work/Life Balance day off to recharge and focus on personal well-being.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume toCareers@desortstaffing.com and complete the online application.

For more information or inquiries, please contact:

Sam Ortiz
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Phone: (954) 323-4373
Email: Careers@desortstaffing.com

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The clinic is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.