Burien Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time associate veterinarian to add to our welcoming team.
MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to provide the best quality care and compassion for our patients, and to be kind and considerate towards our clients, and fellow team members.
ABOUT BURIEN VET: We are a privately owned, general, full service, companion animal practice that has been serving our community for 74 years. The building is approximately 6,000 sq. ft., with separate entrances for canines & felines, 5 exam rooms, and separate treatment area & surgical suite. We have an incredible client base that has been returning for generations & entrusting us with their pet's care. Burien Vet is a progressive, AAHA accredited hospital (25 yrs.). We provide all aspects of medical care including well-care, comprehensive work-ups, dentistry, digital radiography, ultrasound, soft-tissue surgery, and some orthopedics. We pride ourselves in having a solid, fun support staff that is very experienced and knowledgeable and continues to grow. We have 3 LVT's and 7 assistants. We have 3.5 veterinarians that are very experienced, collaborate frequently together, and are valued mentors and role models. Our doctor's are excited to mentor and share their knowledge and skills with a newer vet, as well as collaborate and learn from a seasoned veterinarian. Doctors have the freedom to practice within agreed upon boundaries. We use Cornerstone practice management software, Idexx reference lab, in-house Idexx analyzers, and Idexx telemedicine for radiology reports.
BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE:
160 hours (20 days) of Paid Time Off/Continuing Ed
Healthcare: medical/dental/vision/life ins. Hospital pays 75% of premiums
Major holidays off/paid
Employee pet care discounts, free lab work
Vet License and dues reimbursed (WSVMA, AVMA)
401k/Roth plan deferral with 25% match
Paid pet insurance up to $200/month
Continuing Ed budget: $1,500/yr
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
WA State Veterinary License
Full time position ideal (we can discuss a part-time option).
Full time position is 4 days a week
No night shifts, no weekends, and no major holidays to work
Surgical skills are desirable, and we are willing to teach and mentor!
Must have a compassionate, friendly, approachable personality. Sense of humor is a plus!
Burien Veterinary Hospital has been serving the Burien area since 1950. Our team has grown dramatically over the years, and we are proud to boast veterinarians and support staff members who are just as passionate about pet care as our founders. In addition to caring for pets owned by people in our community, we also work closely with several local animal rescues, including Old Dog Haven, and Useless Bay Sanctuary. We are located near downtown Burien and believe in providing compassionate, affordable care for pets in Burien, White Center, Tukwila, and Des Moines, Washington, and the surrounding communities. We offer a full spectrum of veterinary care. Our specialties include wellness and senior pet care, but we are also equipped with in-house, diagnostic equipment and have the means to initiate appropriate therapies quickly for critically and chronically ill patients. We believe in providing thorough, efficient and compassionate care for pets through the use of high-quality veterinary medicine, cutting-edge technology, and a human touch. We strive to provide the same level and style of case that this hospital has provided to the community for more than seven decades, and we are d...eeply appreciative of the clients who have remained loyal throughout the years.
We offer the services pets need for a lifetime of good health. From routine wellness visits and vaccinations to senior pet care, and spaying and neutering, we are here for all the compassionate care your pet will need throughout the course of his or her life.