Position: Associate Veterinarian

Salary: Competitive, Depends on Experience

Website: www.michianavet.com

Small Animal Urgent Care Veterinarian Position

Michiana Veterinary Hospital Edwardsburg, Michigan

Michiana Veterinary Hospital Michiana Veterinary Hospital (MVH) is a faith-based, privately owned veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional animal healthcare while building lasting relationships with our clients and community. We proudly care for canine, feline, equine, and exotic patients and are committed to a culture of excellence, teamwork, mentorship, and compassionate service.

Our Mission: Glorify God by building trusting relationships through excellent animal healthcare.

Our Core Values:

• Compassionate
• Faithful
• Professional Excellence
• Teamwork
• Trust
• Authentic

We are seeking an experienced Small Animal Urgent Care Veterinarian who desires to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive environment while helping lead and develop our growing urgent care program. The Small Animal Urgent Care Veterinarian will provide high-quality medical care for urgent and emergent cases that present outside of normal business hours. This individual will work collaboratively with our experienced veterinary team to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide variety of urgent care conditions while delivering exceptional client communication and patient care. The ideal candidate is an experienced clinician who enjoys problem-solving, works well under pressure, mentors support staff and younger veterinarians, and aligns with the mission and values of Michiana Veterinary Hospital.

Schedule: Full-Time Position • Urgent Care Hours: Tuesday-Friday 6:00pm-12:00am, Saturday and Sunday 3:00pm-9:00pm • Six shifts per week • Off Monday Scheduling flexibility may be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

Required: • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) • Licensed or eligible for licensure in Michigan • Minimum of three (3) years of small animal clinical experience • Strong diagnostic and medical case management skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the healthcare team Preferred • Experience in emergency or urgent care medicine • Ultrasonography proficiency • Surgical experience appropriate for urgent care cases • Leadership and mentoring experience

Essential Responsibilities:

Patient Care • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat urgent and emergent small animal cases • Develop treatment plans based on patient needs and client goals • Perform urgent medical procedures and surgeries as appropriate • Provide pain management and supportive care • Maintain accurate and thorough medical records

Client Communication • Educate clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognoses, and follow-up care • Demonstrate empathy and professionalism during emotionally challenging situations • Build trust through clear and compassionate communication

Leadership & Team Development • Mentor veterinary technicians, assistants, and support staff • Serve as a positive role model for professional excellence • Help establish and refine urgent care protocols and standards • Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

Collaboration • Work closely with daytime veterinarians to ensure continuity of care • Coordinate referrals when specialty or emergency care is indicated • Participate in hospital initiatives and team meetings as appropriate

Medical Resources & Support

Michiana Veterinary Hospital provides the tools necessary for exceptional patient care, including: • Experienced and highly trained support staff • Full in-house diagnostic laboratory capabilities • External reference laboratory support • State-of-the-art digital radiology • Diagnostic ultrasonography • Comprehensive pharmacy services • Modern medical and surgical equipment • Collaborative multidoctor environment • Strong leadership support

Compensation & Benefits

We believe exceptional veterinarians deserve exceptional support. Benefits may include: • Highly competitive compensation package • Health insurance • Paid time off • Continuing education allowance • Professional license reimbursement • Professional liability coverage • Employee pet care discounts • Retirement plan opportunities • Healthy, supportive, and mission-driven workplace culture

The ideal candidate is someone who: • Embraces our mission and faith-based culture • Demonstrates compassion toward clients, patients, and coworkers • Pursues professional excellence in medicine and service • Functions as a collaborative team player • Builds trust through integrity and accountability • Leads with authenticity and humility • Enjoys mentoring others interested in veterinary medicine • Desires to help grow and shape a premier urgent care service for the Michiana region

Why Join Michiana Veterinary Hospital?

At Michiana Veterinary Hospital, you will find more than a job—you will find a team committed to serving animals, clients, and one another with excellence and purpose. We strive to create an environment where veterinarians can practice outstanding medicine, grow professionally, invest in others, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and the families who love them. If you are an experienced veterinarian seeking a rewarding opportunity to help build and lead an urgent care service while working alongside an exceptional team, we would love to hear from you.

Please email submissions to: [email protected]