Associate Veterinarian - Integrative Medicine

<p>Friendship Hospital for Animals (FHA) is a large, full-service veterinary hospital providing specialty, emergency, and primary care for pets. Our team includes board-certified specialists in surgery, internal medicine, oncology, neurology, cardiology, dermatology, and more. Alongside these specialty services, our hospital is committed to providing high-quality primary and integrative care — combining traditional veterinary medicine with complementary therapies when appropriate.</p> <p><strong>Position Summary<br></strong>We are hiring a full-time Integrative Veterinary Medicine Doctor to provide compassionate, holistic care for our general and integrative patients. You will deliver routine wellness and preventive care while also offering integrative modalities — nutrition, rehab, acupuncture, and more — for patients and families seeking a whole-pet approach. We prioritize a joint approach to patient care, collaborating heavily with our primary care and rehabilitation teams.</p> <p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Examine, diagnose, and treat pets for routine wellness care, illness, and injury.</li> <li>Develop and manage individualized treatment plans combining conventional medicine and integrative therapies (nutrition, physical rehab, acupuncture, etc.).</li> <li>Perform routine procedures (vaccinations, wellness visits, diagnostics, follow-ups) and integrative follow-up care.</li> <li>Collaborate with specialists and hospital staff to coordinate care when needed.</li> <li>Provide client education on preventive health, nutrition, lifestyle, and wellness.</li> <li>Maintain clear, compassionate, and timely client communication.</li> <li>Document all patient interactions and treatments thoroughly in medical records.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Collaborative Environment:</strong>&nbsp;Work alongside a team of experienced veterinary specialists and support staff dedicated to providing the highest quality of care. Our collaborative approach ensures comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Work with Rotating Interns:</strong>&nbsp;At Friendship Hospital for Animals, you will have the opportunity to mentor and collaborate with our small animal rotating interns. This program allows for a dynamic exchange of knowledge and expertise, fostering a rich learning environment for both interns and seasoned professionals.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Living in the DC Area:&nbsp;</strong>Located in the vibrant Washington, DC area, our hospital offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and quality of life. Enjoy world-class cultural attractions, diverse dining options, beautiful parks, a