Equine Veterinarian Theriogenologist

McKinlay & Peters Equine Hospital

Job Description

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McKinlay & Peters Equine Hospital is a full-service, equine exclusive practice serving Eastern Washington & North Idaho.  MPEH has two hospital locations to better serve our clientele. The Colbert Hospital is home to our Reproduction Facility while the focus of the Newman Lake Hospital is Lameness, Surgery & Critical Care. Our hospitals include Advanced Imaging Diagnostics-MRI, Digital X-Ray, Endoscope, Breeding/Semen Collection, Isolation Barn, Rehabilitation, Farrier/Podiatry Center. The Colbert clinic includes safe, lighted stalls for cycling mares, video monitored foaling stalls, secure stallion stalls and turn-out paddocks. We are a Select Breeders Services Affiliate Lab which holds us to the highest standards in semen preparation, handling and storage in the industry. Our embryo transfer program is second to none in the Northwest.

We have 7 doctors on staff including one Board Certified Surgeon & a second doctor Certified in Internal Medicine. The doctors are supported by a strong team of technicians, office staff & barn crew. We have an immediate opening for a dedicated equine reproduction veterinarian to join our growing team.


Our Ideal Candidate:

  • Accomplished veterinary professional with a passion for the highest quality veterinary medicine
  • Specialty training in reproductive techniques, including high success rates with embryo transfer (preferred)
  • A dedication to mentoring and supporting professional development for externs, interns, colleagues, and staff
  • Strong communication skills and a willingness to support clients and patients alike to continually improve patient care and client experience

About the Position:

  • Strong focus on reproduction with the possibility of general practice work as well, specifically in the breeding off season. Shared on call with other associates will be required.
  • The doctor will work primarily out of out Repro Center in Colbert, although some time will be spent at the Newman Lake Hospital.
  • The position could be modified for seasonal work (4-6 months of breeding season) or could be a full-time year round position
  • Caseload will consist of all aspects of repro work including stallion management and collection, semen freezing, mare palpation and management, embryo transfers, foaling out, follow up care, and more

About the Area:

We are in the heart of the Inland Northwest just west of Idaho and 100 miles south of the Canadian border. The Spokane area is a prime location for outdoor adventures as well as urban outings. The area offers everything from hiking, fishing, and snow skiing (four resorts within two hours travel). We have multiple universities as well as world-class performances and exhibits, wineries and breweries, athletics, and of course an amazing equine community!



National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com. 

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
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