Merced Animal Medical Center is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our daytime team.

     Merced Animal Medical Center is seeking compassionate, skilled Veterinarians to join our team in the heart of California. Yosemite is down the road and newest University of California campus is literally visible from our front door!

     We are now under new local leadership and excited to take our practice to the next level. As the only practice in the area staffed 24/7, our general practitioners have the luxury of supervision for hospitalized patients and our emergency doctors are able to treat a variety of cases. 

     MAMC offers electronic medical records, digital X-ray (dental and whole body), ultrasound, and a full in house laboratory. We plan on becoming a Fear-Free and AAHA certified practice. Doctors with strong client communication skills, special interests and a collegial demeanor are encouraged to apply. Experienced doctors new graduates are welcome, mentorship is available. 

For more information, please visit our website at: www.mercedamc.vetstreet.com. 

ABOUT THE HOSPITAL

• We are a 3-doctor progressive practice with 25 experienced support staff
• Our equipment and software includes:
• Electronic Medical Records in Avimark
• Eklin DR digital xray
• Digital dental xray
• Aloka Ultrasound
• Complete in-house laboratory including Idexx Catalyst, Procyte, i-STAT and Coag
• Dedicated surgery suite
• We collaborate with Erin Paster, DVM Diplomate ACVS who is a Board Ceritfied Orthopedic and Soft Tissue Surgeon as well as Brian MacKie, DVM, DACVIM who is a Board Certified Cardiologist that works out of our facility once a month  

About Merced, CA:

Merced is a dynamic community, with friendly small town living in a mid-size city, with a diverse population. The University of California Merced campus, opened in 2005, provides new educational and economic opportunity.
Located in the heart of California?s agricultural Central Valley, Merced is the region?s hub for education, culture, and business. The community offers abundant shopping, pleasant neighborhoods and tree-lined streets. Bicycle paths along creeks link major City parks. Merced?s housing remains affordable compared to many other California locations. Our revitalized downtown is emerging as the entertainment center of the area with many annual events and festivals. Merced's location provides easy access to the central California coast, Sierra Nevada mountains and national parks, and major cities. Merced has historically been the ?Gateway to Yosemite?, and residents also enjoy short drives to skiing, beaches, fishing, and other outdoor attractions. 

ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN

Job Summary

In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Associate Veterinarian is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Managing Doctor and supporting medical staff. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional client service to our clients and patients.

Job Responsibilities

• Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
• Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort. 
• Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs.
• Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.
• Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.
• Assists in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service. 
• Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
• Manages time and tasks appropriately.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.