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Associate Veterinarian - Chelsea Animal Hospital
Western Veterinary Partners, LLC
Chelsea, MI
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Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Chelsea Animal Hospital | Chelsea, Michigan
Practice Great Medicine. Build Lasting Relationships. Enjoy Work-Life Balance.
Chelsea Animal Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and experienced team. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or looking for a supportive practice where you can continue to grow, you'll find a welcoming environment that values teamwork, high-quality medicine, and exceptional client care.
About Chelsea Animal Hospital
Located in the charming community of Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea Animal Hospital is a well-established, full-service veterinary practice with more than 30 years of serving pets and their families. Our hospital is known for delivering compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while fostering long-term relationships with clients and the community.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including preventive medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and wellness care, all supported by modern equipment and a skilled, team-oriented staff. Our commitment to collaborative medicine and exceptional patient care creates an environment where veterinarians can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners.
Position Overview
We're looking for a compassionate veterinarian who enjoys practicing quality small animal medicine and values working as part of a supportive team. You'll have the opportunity to see a variety of medical cases, build lasting client relationships, and perform surgery and dentistry based on your interests and experience.
What You'll Do
- Provide comprehensive wellness, preventive, and sick-patient care
- Diagnose and develop treatment plans for a variety of medical conditions
- Perform surgery and dentistry based on your interests and comfort level
- Collaborate with experienced veterinarians and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventative care
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold high standards of patient care
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative hospital culture
- Why Join Chelsea Animal Hospital?
- Well-established, respected practice with an outstanding community reputation
- Loyal, long-standing client base
- Experienced, supportive veterinary and technician team
- Modern equipment and resources to practice high-quality medicine
- Opportunity to pursue medical, surgical, and dental interests
- Positive, collaborative culture focused on teamwork and patient care
- Excellent work-life balance
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Eligible for or currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan
- Passion for providing high-quality small animal medicine
- Strong communication and client education skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
- Commitment to compassionate patient care
- Preferred Experience
- Active Michigan veterinary license or eligibility for licensure
- Experience in small animal general practice (all experience levels encouraged to apply)
- Interest in surgery and dentistry is welcomed
- Commitment to practicing high-quality medicine
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Core Competencies
- Small Animal Medicine
- Preventive & Wellness Care
- Internal Medicine
- Client Communication & Education
- Diagnostic Interpretation
- Surgery & Dentistry (based on interest and experience)
- Medical Record Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Time Management & Organization
- Continuous Learning & Professional Development
Benefits:
- Pro-Sal Compensation
- Quarterly production with no negative accrual
- Generous signing bonus and relocation assistance
- PTO w/ Rollover
- Paid parental leave
- Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage
- CE Funds
- Pet Discounts
- 401k options
- Health, Dental, Vision insurance
- Life in Chelsea, Michigan
- Chelsea offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and convenient access to nearby Ann Arbor and the greater Detroit area. Residents enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere, unique local shops and restaurants, outdoor recreation opportunities, and excellent cultural amenities. It is an ideal location for veterinarians seeking a balanced lifestyle while remaining close to major metropolitan resources.
- If you're looking for a surgery-forward, part-time opportunity within a supportive and established practice, we encourage you to apply and learn more about joining the Chelsea Animal Hospital team.
- The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
- The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
- Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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