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Pioneer Animal Hospital, a growing, predominantly small animal practice, is looking for a FT or PT veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited hospital.

We have been providing exceptional veterinary care to small animals and exotic pets in our community for decades, and we are eager to welcome a new veterinarian to our DVM team. Extra consideration will be given to veterinarians who are interested in surgery and exotic medicine, however, we’re open to all backgrounds.

This is a flexible position, with the opportunity to design your own schedule within our practice hours. The ability to work at least one Saturday per month is ideal.

About us:

• Positive, informal, and dynamic team that has formed friendships outside of work
• AAHA-accredited and utilize Fear Free patient handling
• We prioritize getting to know our clients and take an individualized approach to providing clients education and communication
• Five-person team with excellent collaboration
• Spacious facility with four exam rooms and a good work flow
• Commitment to utilizing our support team and elevating their skills
• 2 dedicated surgery days each week (we’re open to expanding our surgery cases for a new DVM)
• Beautiful area surrounded by the University of Saint Mary campus and 30 miles from downtown KCMO
• Wood is a Leavenworth native and worked at our hospital before attending K-State for his schooling

Our investment in YOU:

• Competitive base DOE
• Quarterly production pay (no negative accrual)
• Exciting bonus package / relocation assistance
• Flexible work week
• No on-call/emergency hours
• Generous PTO with rollover
• Medical, dental, and vision with HSA option
• 401(k) options
• Paid parental leave / bonding time
• Personal pet discounts
• AVMA PLIT coverage
• Uniform allowance
• Paid license renewal fees and membership dues
• Investment in your interests (National Park pass, gym membership, charity donation, etc.!)
• Plus much more!

Encouraging your professional growth:

If you are a new graduate veterinarian looking for a place to start out, Dr. Wood is eager to “pay it forward” and provide the same guidance he received early in his career. We also have a friendly and encouraging staff that will help you flourish! Additional resources include:

• A structured mentorship program new graduates/early career doctors (or those interesting in serving as a mentor)
• Guidance and thought partnership with a Medical Advisory Board
• Monthly DVM rounds with an internal medicine specialist
• Dentistry training courtesy of a board-certified dental surgeon
• Annual CE allowance with paid days off to attend

APPLY TODAY to contribute your skills and passion to our mission of promoting the health and well-being of pets in our community.

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Pioneer Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited practice located in the northwestern outskirts of Kansas City.  Our five-person team takes a personalized approach to veterinary medicine and prioritizes taking the time to get to know our clients and the Leavenworth community. Although we are not certified, we practice Fear Free patient handling, and we strongly believe in evidence-based medicine. Our team has a great dynamic full of laughter and fun, where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic self and appreciates our informal atmosphere. Our schedule is primarily comprised of appointments, and we perform surgeries two mornings each week, with most of our anesthetic procedures being dentistry. To learn more about our hospital, we invite you to visit our website https://pioneeranimalhospital.com.

Located about 30 miles from Kansas City, stadiums, and large shopping centers, Leavenworth, KS, is the "First City of Kansas,” established back in 1854! Our community has a rich state history, including a 38-block historic district that’s great for shopping locally owned shops. Leavenworth residents are very involved and supportive (especially of the downtown area), and the town has developed a reputation for being a great place for military retirement—making it a community that’s well-traveled and culturally inclusive. The town itself is home to the University of Saint Mary and is idealistically Kansas, surrounded by rolling hills, wheat fields, and beautiful sunflowers.