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Veterinarian

Centralia Animal Hospital

Job Description

Centralia Animal Hospital, located in Chester, Virginia, is seeking a Veterinarian to join our team!


Centralia Animal Hospital is located in central Virginia, just south of historic Richmond.  We are a full-service small animal hospital with an emphasis on preventative and wellness care. Each day, we strive to deliver outstanding patient care by providing the highest standard of veterinary medicine, employing dedicated staff, and offering exceptional client service!  We are interested in highly motivated individuals who possess exceptional interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to help and serve others both internally and externally. Furthermore, we are interested in someone who is a solution-focused team player, with superior time management skills and the ability to make sound medical decisions confidently.



**Open to NEW GRAD candidates -- great Mentorship Program!!

**$100K-$130K Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)

***Open to Full-time or Part-time



ABOUT THE HOSPITAL

  • Free-standing building built in 2005, with a large open treatment room, surgery suite, four exam room’s dog ward, and a separate cat ward.
  • Latest version of AVIMark with excellent hardware and software support.
  • Full in-house laboratory capabilities using Idexx-Vet test, easy lyte, and lasercyte (including differentials).  We run full urinalysis including sediment, various ELISA tests, and fecals are done in-house.  We have daily pick-up from our external lab and next day test results on all common tests.
  • Digital radiology.
  • Full in-house pharmacy along with an online pharmacy. We also work closely with a local, accredited compounding pharmacy.
  • IM3 Dental machine with dental radiographs performed on every dentistry procedure
  • Isoflurane anesthesia with a Surgivet full monitoring system.


ABOUT CHESTER, VA

Chesterfield County is the fourth-largest municipality in the state of Virginia. Central Virginia is rich with history. Just 6.6 miles from our hospital, Sir Thomas Dale established Henricus Park in September of 1611, the colonies second settlement.  Countless Civil War battles were fought in Chester, and all over the region. We are located one hour away from Monticello in Charlottesville, the historic home designed and built by Thomas Jefferson. The region also offers some great outdoor actives.  The James River has something for everyone, from swimming and fishing to kayaking and boating.  The Ukrops Monument Avenue 10K, Dominion River Rock, and the Henricus Dauber Dash are just a few examples of annual local events.  We are just two hours away from the beautiful Virginia shoreline and Washington, DC.


Job Summary

The Veterinarian, under the guidance of the Medical Director and with the support of the Regional Director, carries out our promise to our clients: making their pet’s health our top priority and excellent service our goal. The Associate Veterinarian educates clients on, advocates for and strives to deliver the highest quality medical, surgical, dental, nutritional diagnostics, treatment, and preventative care to companion animals.


Qualifications

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
  • 1+ years of experience practicing as a DVM within a veterinary hospital
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which the applicant is to be employed.
  • The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members.
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics.


Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Annual CE funds, DEA, and Licensure
  • 401k
  • other industry perks



    If you are looking for a career adventure and an opportunity for unmatched personal growth, we want to hear from you!!


    Check us out HERE: www.centraliaanimalhospital.com


     
    National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
     
    At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
     
    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.
     
    NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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