A group of three, veterinary hospitals in the St. Louis area are inviting applications for positions as full or part time , companion animal veterinarians. We are a group of veterinarians and paraprofessional colleagues who believe that veterinary medicine is the most noble profession, a calling to care for those who cannot care for themselves. We believe in providing comprehensive and dedicated service to our clients and patients. Towards that end, we work constantly to develop our skills by studying, attending continuing education, and by mentoring each other.
New and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. We recognize that veterinarians who are early in their careers will need support from our experienced doctors and technicians. We try to ensure that their is always a doctor available in the hospitals for consultation. While will not look over your shoulder, we want to ensure that you have the resources you need to succeed. One of our senior doctors, usually the owner, are often found in the office after hours, talking over cases with younger partners. While we offer our perspective, we are excited by your knowledge and opinions. We ensure that our young doctors are given the opportunity to attend short courses in their area of interest during their first year of employment. As an example, one of our 2022 graduates just completed the five day course in orthopedic surgery at the North American Veterinary Institute in Orlando. Together we will map out a plan for your professional development.
The position offers experienced veterinarians the opportunity to grow their skills in medicine and if they so choose, management. All of our doctors are viewed as partners in the practice and we are developing and equity program for all key staff member.
Medically, we will support your development in the areas of soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, ultrasound, endoscopy, exotics/pocket pets as well as other areas of practice. We have a residency trained zoological veterinarian in the practice as well as 3 doctors with over 25 years of experience each.
The practice promotes a workspace where all of our colleagues feel valued and respected. A respectful work place means that you are heard, your suggestions noted and acted upon. Diversity is a natural consequence of our treatment of others.
We respect your time and offer a hybrid schedule that allows for plenty of time away from the hospital. Happy people are better doctors. A day care facility is located right across the street from two of our hospitals. Currently, no office is open later than 6:30 and Saturdays are generally half days.
Most importantly, all of our veterinarians and key staff members are expected to have the opportunity to become partners in the practice enabling them to prosper as their careers progress. We are committed to growing our doctors into the next generation of leadership for our practices. You are not a hired gun, you are part of our family.
As a result of our dedication, the practice is growing rapidly at our three locations in St. Louis, MO and St. Peters, MO. This enables us to reward our veterinarians and staff with above average compensation at all experience levels. Our benefits include:
Medical insurance. We currently pay 100% of the individual premium and provide support for dependent and spouses. Vision and Dental insurance. Disability insurance. Life insurance. 401K plan. Paid vacation. Continuing Education stipend. Watson Road Veterinary Clinic and Hampton Animal Hospital have been part of their neighborhoods for forty plus years. They are located in the heart of the south St. Louis near the "Hill". The neighborhoods are generational. Many young adults choose to live in the area where they grew up because of the wonderful parks, clean streets, safe neighborhoods and strong churches. The culinary scene is unmatched with scores of independently owned restaurants of all flavors. The area is a short distance from Barnes Hospital and the Washington University Medical Center. Grocery stores, Target, and other amenities are all walkable. Weekend concerts in the park, a weekly farmers' market, and the Missouri Botanical Gardens are all in our area. Forest Park with the zoo, Muny opera, Boathouse, golf courses and museums is just a short distance from the hospitals.
Harvester Animal Clinic was founded in 1976. The hospital recently moved to a state of the art, free standing facility in the middle of St. Charles County. Annually, St. Charles is one of the fastest growing counties in Missouri because of the availability of good jobs, strong school system, and affordable neighborhoods. Large employers such as General Motors, Mastercard and Boeing have chosen St. Charles when they have expanded. St. Peters offers a wonderful community center complete with an Olympic caliber pool, two ice rinks and more.
Please submit your CV or resume to or call and ask for Emily.
Please join us.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree and Licensure in the State of Missouri or ability to become licensed in the State of Missouri.
