Associate Veterinarian- Full time or Part Time

• Do you thrive in a clinic where problem-solving and patient care are top priorities, while still having the balance to recharge for the next day?
• Are you ready to join a team where clear communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement drive success every day?
• Do you enjoy following structured processes and contributing to the growth of a practice that values both human connection and comprehensive care?

About Four Paws Veterinary Clinic:

Four Paws Veterinary Clinic began as a 1-doctor practice in 2002 and has since grown into a thriving 3-DVM clinic with a dedicated team of 10 full-time support staff. We provide top-notch wellness, medical, dental, and surgical care for dogs and cats. As an independently owned clinic, we are invested in both our patients and the people we serve.

At Four Paws, our values are the guideposts for every decision we make. Over the years, we’ve faced numerous challenges and tough decisions. We like to keep things simple—if it doesn’t align with our values, we don’t do it.

Our core values include:

• Commitment to Patients and Clients: Without them, we wouldn’t exist. We are dedicated to delivering the best care possible.
• Comprehensive Care: Processes and procedures are essential in helping us maintain our high standards.
• Effective Communication: We listen actively, speak empathetically, and always strive to connect with our patients, clients, and each other.
• Teamwork: Our success is driven by the collective strength of our team. We work together, respect one another, and always aim to improve.
• Growth: We embrace every opportunity for personal and professional development.

At Four Paws, we focus on what truly matters—our patient’s healthcare. We believe ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’ and have developed a strong senior wellness program, parasite prevention education, and encourage regular dental care. When illness/injury strikes, we have all of the necessary in-house diagnostic tools to get our patients on the road to recovery quickly.

We recognize that without our clients and patients, we would not exist. We have established processes and procedures to ensure a consistent experience every time a client visits. This consistency fosters comfort, builds trust, and creates a long-lasting bond with the clinic. Clear expectations for patient care help minimize communication gaps and reduce conflict.

At Four Paws, we want people who strive to do their best each and every day. We focus on patients, say no to drama or gossip, and commit to excellence. In return, we maintain an organized schedule, streamline workflows, and provide well-trained support staff who excel in client education and patient care.

We aren’t perfect, and we don’t expect you to be. What drives us is the desire to improve and do better every day. If this resonates with you, you’ll fit right in.

About You:

You’re a veterinarian who thrives on both the challenges and the rewards of each day. Problem-solving energizes you but does not impede your ability to actively listen to the client’s concerns. You are curious, a good detective, and persuasive with the goal of achieving the best outcome for the patient. People describe you as a pragmatic empath—someone who understands others' perspectives but remains realistic and practical.

We need someone who is comfortable leaning into tough conversations and challenges. Whether it’s advocating for a patient’s best interest, providing feedback to colleagues, or asking for help with a procedure, you understand that growth often comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. You believe in being the change you want to see in the profession.

You are someone who is able to see the forest as well as the trees. There will be times where the day is stressful, cases are tough, and things just don’t go your way. Being able to see the big picture, have excellent time management, and delegating duties are key to keeping appointments on time, making sure patients receive the care they need, and ensuring everyone gets home on time to rejuvenate for the next day.

You appreciate the importance of processes and standards in ensuring clear communication with clients and colleagues. And you recognize that processes are always evolving. You welcome the opportunity to contribute positively to advancing our standards and improving our workflows.

Lifelong learning is a part of who you are. Opportunities for learning and growth happen every day, you recognize and take advantage of the opportunities as they present themselves. If you are new to veterinary medicine, we have an organized mentorship program to help you be a successful general practitioner. Been doing vet med for a while? We have an onboarding checklist to make sure you have what you need to succeed at our practice.

The Role

We need either a full-time or part-time veterinarian to work 2-4 shifts each week (7:30 am-5:30 pm). There is no on-call or weekend work.

A typical week at our hospital includes wellness appointments, medical appointments, diagnostic work ups, medical procedures, dentistry, and surgery.

Advanced surgery or dentistry skills are welcomed. 

The Package

We are a small practice but believe in compensating our employees fairly.  We pay a daily rate which equates to a salary of $130,000-150,000 (based on experience, 4 days per week).

Full time benefits include:

• 16 days PTO plus up to 5 paid holidays per year
• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance,
• Pet discounts
• Liability insurance, AVMA dues, MVMA dues, MT licensing fees
• CE allowance
• After one year- Safe-Harbor 401K, 4% match and profit-sharing program

What’s The Next Step?

If after reading all of this you might be interested, then please e-mail a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. 

Thanks for reading. We look forward to showing you what we have to offer.