Associate Veterinarian - Valley Animal Hospital - Grants Pass, OR

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Are you looking for a veterinary role where you can practice high-quality medicine and enjoy an incredible lifestyle? Welcome to Valley Animal Hospital in scenic Grants Pass, Oregon—where compassionate care, strong team culture, and Southern Oregon adventure come together.

We are seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and supportive team. This is an opportunity to grow your career in a hospital that values both medical excellence and work-life balance with leadership opportunities available.

Valley Animal Hospital aims to be the most trusted resource for veterinary care in our community by providing top medical care to every patient and giving exceptional service to every client, every visit. Our clinic is part of the 12% of veterinary practices in the US and Canada with AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) Accreditation. We are also an AAFP (Feline Veterinary Medical Association) Feline Friendly Gold status hospital.

Grants Pass is one of Southern Oregon’s hidden gems—offering the perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure.
Imagine your days off spent:

• Rafting or kayaking along the iconic Rogue River
• Exploring miles of hiking and biking trails through forests and mountains
• Visiting nearby destinations like Crater Lake, the Redwoods, or the Oregon Coast
• Enjoying a relaxed pace of life with minimal traffic and a strong sense of community

Grants Pass also offers a growing food and wine scene, local farmers markets, and year-round events that make it easy to feel connected and at home.

What makes WellHaven unique:

• Full-time benefits at just 30 hours/week (3 day work weeks!)
• Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
• No non-competes—your future stays in your hands
• Leadership opportunities
• Up to 200 hours of PTO (including holidays, CE, and sick time)
• Comprehensive health coverage + generous HSA contribution
• A CE allowance that flexes with your interests
• Pet Wellness plans and scrub allowance
• And so much more!

Job Summary

The Associate DVM ensures a high quality of veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and productivity of the veterinary medical team. The Principal Doctor and Practice Manager will lead the Associate DVM to ensure the well-being of the hospital environment, medical quality, and business performance of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional service to maintain a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and support business performance
• Adhere to all WellHaven protocols and practices and oversee employees to prioritize practice goals
• Collaborate with the Principal Doctor to establish development plans that align with hospital objectives
• Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws, WellHaven Code of Ethics, and maintain appropriate medical record documentation
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards
• Provide comprehensive client communication, including in-person, phone, and email as needed
• Participate in community events, external marketing initiatives, and hospital projects
• Demonstrate proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices
• Advocate for exceptional client service and patient well-being
• Provide medical training to support staff (new graduates will gain experience over time).
• Willingness to train/lead/manage support staff as required

Customer Service Delivery:

• Consistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients
• Effectively adapt to individual clients and their needs
• Effectively resolve customer complaints as appropriate

Other:

• Lead and guide the team to ensure the hospital meets safety standards and regulations set by the DEA and OSHA (new graduates will gain experience over time).
• Meet all OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
• Ability to perform other job duties as assigned

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