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‘Associate’ means a co-worker, partner, ally - and that is exactly what we are looking for at Gettysburg Animal Hospital! Here we believe the bond with animals helps improve our lives substantially.  That’s why we are committed to doing everything we can to help nurture the bond you share with your beloved companion! We are looking to add a passionate and reliable Associate Veterinarian to our amazing team. This is an excellent full- or part-time opportunity for an individual to utilize their skills in a positive work environment.  Specializing in small animal care, Gettysburg Animal Hospital is a 5-doctor practice with plenty of room to continue to grow!

About the Area:

Founded in 1806, the historic city of Gettysburg, PA is centrally located near the beautiful cities of Philadelphia, PA, Baltimore, MD and Washington D.C., all of which are a quick day trip away! If city life isn’t your thing, the Catoctin Mountains are found within 25 miles of Gettysburg.  Downtown, you will find lots of opportunities to eat at delicious local restaurants, shop at some of our favorite neighborhood storefronts and, of course, visit our museums and historical sites, such as the Gettysburg Battlefield.  Known as a great place to raise a family, Gettysburg is a wonderful place to call home!

What We Can Offer:

• Thorough, hands-on mentorship for new grads, including training in surgery
• A phenomenal, supportive team of co-workers with great company culture. We love working in a cohesive environment where everyone’s opinion is heard and matters!
• Work/Life balance
• Doctor camaraderie. Our skilled DVMs work best when we work together on cases.
• The ability to offer outstanding medical and surgical care for our patients while offering an exceptional customer experience
• A medley of cases ranging from preventative care to critical care. Our DVMs love a challenge and are never bored!
• In-house Idexx equipment for bloodwork and urine samples

Perks of Working with Us:

• Signing bonus up to $30,000 and up to $10,000 relocation assistance available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums
• Practice-sponsored life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Annual continuing education stipend
• Paid time-off for personal use and to attend CE
• In-house development programs for new graduates, experienced Associates, and Medical Directors
• Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with wellness initiatives
• Paid AVMA PLIT policy coverage
• Reimbursement of all licensure and DEA fees
• Reimbursement of professional membership dues
• Personal pet discounts

What You Can Offer:

• A current (or 4th year student) DVM/VMD with the ability to practice in Pennsylvania
• A passion for being a team player with the willingness to collaborate on new ideas
• Great interpersonal skills, excels at client satisfaction and gets along great with staff
• Focused on quality patient care

If you have any questions or would like to submit a resume, please email: gettysburgah@mypm.vet (Attn: Caroline).  We look forward to hearing from you!  

Licensed VMD/DVM in the state of PA. Or the ability to get licsened. 

About Blue River PetCare

Blue River PetCare's mission is to provide a long-term home for local practices that selling owners have worked so hard to build. We are dedicated to retaining the culture of each of our hospitals in addition to the local practice of medicine. We do this by ensuring each hospital has complete medical autonomy with their choice of protocols, therapies, inventory items, vendors and even management software. We also focus on our employees’ health and well-being as much as we do the pets we treat. We would love to hear from you!

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