Associate Veterinarian

Valley Animal Hospital

needs an additional Associate Veterinarian to join our group We are confident that after learning more about us you will see what a fantastic, rewarding opportunity the role can be for your career. Practice Highlights The clinical team you will join is highly experienced and ultra collaborative. Drs Margaret Forsberg (U of Minn ’95) Glenn Bowman (U of Minn ’95) Astrid Pulley (UC Davis ’00) and Kayla Contreras (OSU ’21) are supported by a team of 16 technicians, assistants, and customer service representatives. Our fast-growing practice is independently owned by Drs Margaret Forsberg and Glenn Bowman Our modern facility boasts 5 exam rooms, ample treatment space, a dentistry suite, a large surgery suite, and all the modern equipment you need to practice excellent veterinary medicine. We work with the local emergency/referral hospital for hospitalization and advanced specialty care. “I am so proud of the practice we have built over the past 20+ years. Our team is collaborative and welcoming. We love the people and pets we serve.” Dr. Forsberg About the Opportunity We are looking to hire an Associate Veterinarian as an additional doctor for the Valley Animal Hospital team. We have been experiencing steady growth. For the right applicant who sees VAH as their new home and who we see as a good fit with our team, we will be highly competitive on compensation. The position is eligible for our standard benefits package all the details of which we’d be excited to discuss with you “The wellbeing of our staff is our priority.” About You You are a practicing veterinarian, licensed and in good standing with the State of Oregon. Additionally, you are committed to practicing high-quality evidence-based medicine/surgery and consider yourself a lifetime learner. If you have specific clinical interest, that is wonderful; we are always looking to expand the spectrum of services the hospital is able to offer to its clients. You are patient with pet owners, even the crotchety ones, and generally have a sunny disposition in the exam room and treatment areas. Our team is very collaborative, so if you naturally like to teach others, that is excellent, too. In terms of your clinical experience, we are flexible: new grads are welcome as are seasoned veterans of the profession. About the Team The full-time staff currently consists of our 3.75 veterinarians, 2 full-time certified technicians, 10 veterinary assistants, and 4 CSRs. We have curated a team that is hard working, collaborative and “like family” to all. Additionally, the high percentage of full-time team members ensures continuity and collaboration that few other practices can offer. About the Practice For 21 years, Valley Animal Hospital, an independently owned practice, has served the needs of pet owners and their dogs and cats. The modern, well-equipped 4900 sq ft hospital features plenty of treatment space, 5 exam rooms, a large sunny surgery suite and a dental suite. We make every effort to invest in our clinical capabilities and would be delighted to add to our service offerings if you possess unique skills. From a workflow perspective we operate on 30 minute appointment blocks. Our Full-time DVMs work 4 days a week. We are not open any weekends, and are never on-call. We have excellent emergency and specialty hospitals in a nearby town. We are located in spectacular Grants Pass, Oregon, a town of about 35,000 and are within a short drive to mountains, the ocean, and anything in between. The incredible Rogue River, a world-class fly-fishing destination, runs right through downtown. If you love hiking, skiing, fishing, Shakespeare, or concerts, you will find your home here. We also have top hospital and medical care facilities, as well as an excellent school system.

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