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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Full Time or Part Time Veterinarian

Pet Health of Hampstead is a practice where teamwork is the core of our culture, we strive to make a positive impact on our team members.

We seek doctors with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures.  This allows us to deliver to the highest quality of preventive care for each animal companion and client.

Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced veterinarian looking for a change, a new beginning at Pet Health of Hampstead means an open door to opportunities in your professional veterinary career.

Pet Health of Hampstead opened in November 2021 with an eye towards the growing community of Hampstead and Pender County.  

Paid vacation, CE allowance, pet care discount, paid licensing fees, AVMA membership, NCVMA membership, liability insurance, health insurance, and retirement plan.  

Duties

• Develop a rapport with clients and determine their needs and wishes; perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
• Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
• Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
• Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings.
• Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
• Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
• Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.

Responsibilities

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
• North Carolina Veterinary Licensure in good standing
• Professional conduct and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
• The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members
• Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
• Compassionate team player who can uphold great reputation with clients
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Proficiency in surgery a plus
• USDA Accreditation – recommended and will be reimbursed at renewal
• DEA License – recommended and will be reimbursed at renewal