New Graduate Position at Full-Service Ambulatory Equine Practice

Company Overview: We are a full-service ambulatory equine practice specializing in performance horse evaluations, internal medicine, preventative care, and general ambulatory services. Our emphasis is on diagnostics, therapeutic options, and delivering top-notch care to horses, owners, and trainers. Join a collaborative team that values growth, mentorship, and exceptional veterinary medicine.

Job Summary: This position is tailored for recent graduates from accredited veterinary schools who are eligible for MA and RI licensure. As a new graduate, you will receive extensive mentorship and training to develop skills in patient care, client management, and equine medicine. This role offers a progressive path to independence, enabling you to build technical competence, improve case management, and grow your earning potential.

Training & Mentorship Plan:

First 160 days:

·       Always paired with an associate veterinarian.

·       Heavily mentored to learn practice philosophy and decision-making processes.

·       Meet clients and become familiar with our level of care.

·       Participate in emergency cases (paid a percentage of fees when not paired).

Next 4 months to 1 year:

·       Manage your own appointments 1-2 days per week, paired with an associate 3 days per week.

·       Handle urgent and emergency calls independently, with a back-up clinician available (paid a percentage of emergency fees).

·       Conduct routine preventative care, sick calls, emergencies, and lameness evaluations.

1 year to 2 years:

·       Function as a junior associate, with similar job duties to an associate veterinarian.

·       Manage your own appointments 4 days per week.

·       Handle urgent and emergency calls independently.

·       Conduct routine preventative care, sick calls, emergencies, and lameness evaluations.

Compensation & Benefits:

Year 1: $45,000 base salary plus emergency fees.

After Year 1: Salary increases to $65,000 plus emergency fees and commission.

o    Retention bonus of $10,000 after two years.

o    Production-based compensation: Earn a percentage of revenue exceeding 23% of your salary.

Additional Benefits:

o    $1,100 monthly housing stipend or housing provided.

o    Health and dental insurance.

o    Professional liability insurance (AVMA plan).

o    Continuing education expenses up to $2,500 and 4 days paid CE leave.

o    Professional organization dues (e.g., AAEP, AVMA).

o    State and DEA veterinary licenses.

o    Paid vacation (10 days) and sick leave (40 hours).

o    401(k) retirement plan.

Caseload and Workload:

·       Case Types:

o    40% performance horse evaluations (H/J, eventing, dressage).

o    30% preventative care/internal medicine.

o    20% general ambulatory cases.

o    5% reproductive (seasonal).

o    5% emergency (no colic surgery).

Weekly Schedule