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Associate Veterinarian 

We are looking for a passionate Associate Veterinarian with a deep appreciation and commitment for veterinary medicine to join our team. 

Salary: Starts at $100,000 + Production 

Essential Responsibilities & Functions 

• Dedication to provide patients with a high level of veterinary care while utilizing the latest advances in diagnostics. 
• A client service mindset with desire and ability to bring, build, and retain a strong client base. 
• Enthusiasm about giving back to and building relationships with the local community.
• The ability to champion the practice’s objectives and values and inspire others.
• Follow the established policies and procedures that govern the normal operation of the hospital.
• Dedication efficiently handling caseloads and maintaining accurate records using SOAP templates for treatment plans and recommendations.
• Promote a collaborative working environment and encourage the value of teamwork.
• Prioritize traumatic injuries and serious illnesses to ensure that all animals receive time-sensitive care.
• Educate clients on the importance of vaccinations, heartworm treatments, flea and tick treatments and other aspects of preventive care. 

Benefits and Perks 

• Short Term Disability paid for by employer
• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Kaiser/United Healthcare Insurance Plans with multiple options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
• Long Term Disability options
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
• Generous Continuing Education Program
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Paid PTO
• AVMA Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) provided
• VIN provided
• Reimbursement for: state Veterinary License / DEA License / state VMA Dues / AVMA Dues/ +/-specialty dues
• Master accounts with online publishers: Sage, Wiley, Elsevier

At Sylvan Veterinary Hospital and Standiford Veterinary Center, we are dedicated to improving the lives of the pets and people we serve. Clients come to us from East Modesto, Riverbank, Oakdale, and throughout Stanislaus County because they know that nothing matters more to us than ensuring the health and happiness of their pets.  We have been honored to receive numerous Bee Readers’ Choice Awards, as it shows that our commitment to outstanding care is valued by the Modesto community. If you would like to learn more about our veterinarians, staff, and facility, you have come to the right place.    

Our mission is to provide the highest quality medical and surgical care to our patients while providing our clients with education and assistance in all aspects of animal care and ownership. We strive to exceed our clients' expectations by treating owners and their pets with respect, honesty, and compassion and treating all animals as if they were our own.? Our services are provided in a clean, safe, and friendly environment and our goals are to work as a team, complementing each other’s talents and retaining a positive attitude. 

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love. 

Requirements 

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. 
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing.  

About Sylvan Veterinary Hospital

United Veterinary Care is a fast growing, national group of primary care, emergency, and specialty veterinary practices united by a passion for culture, communication, collaboration, and teamwork. However, we’re not just another practice management company. We are the veterinary industry assimilator. Our goal is to change what is happening within the veterinary profession due to the rapid rate of corporate consolidation by providing our peers and partners with an alternative to the downside of corporate medicine. Our goal is to Empower, Support, and Unite all of our hospitals with support, training, and technology to elevate their businesses, retain their team members, and strengthen their unique brands to consistently deliver a superior client experience

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