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Who we are:
Yakima Pet Emergency Service is one of the few emergency clinics in the region. We are known for providing the highest level of specialized, compassionate, and collaborative veterinary care in the industry. We are currently adding Emergency Veterinarians (full and part time) to our hospital network.
 
Who you are:
If you are an experienced or internship-trained emergency doctor who enjoys surgery, and wants to work with a stellar team of technicians and staff, we want to meet you! 
 
Some of our values in action:
Collaboration:  You’ll have the opportunity to share knowledge with a brilliant and diverse community of doctors in our network, including other Emergency doctors, Criticalists, Surgeons, Internists, Anesthesiologists and more.
Sustainability:  As our industry changes, smaller, doctor-led community practices are becoming rarer. We are constantly enhancing our model and growth strategy to ensure that the SAGE way thrives and spreads, keeping our core values and methods intact.
Compassion:  Our work is about caring for living creatures, no matter how many legs they use. We place compassion first for our patients and their people.
Innovation:  Top technology and top skills - we are about pushing the envelope to serve our community.
 
Location:
Scenic Yakima, WA (300+ days of sunshine a year!)
 
Schedule Options:                         
Part-time or full-time positions available, and modified work schedules if needed
 
Compensation and perks:

• We strive to provide flexibility based on your life and your needs. We offer a competitive shift pay and potential production-based bonuses.
• We also provide a full time benefits package with generous employer cost sharing that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, commuter benefits, cell phone plan, California licensing fees, liability insurance, uniforms, veterinary association memberships, CE reimbursement annually, ultrasound training, a 401(k) plan that can include employer contributions of up to 3% each year.
• Relocation assistance is always an option. Live and work in Washington and experience all this amazing state has to offer!

Our doctors and outstanding support staff have created a unique environment emphasizing high caliber, compassionate and ethical service to our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians, as well as a continued commitment to the growth and welfare of everyone involved in our organization.

It is our policy to afford equal opportunities for all qualified persons, regardless of their actual or perceived: race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), age (40 and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, and any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law (sometimes referred to, collectively, as “protected characteristics”).

Apply for this role today, or to discuss further, contact Brianna Lotierzo at Brianna.Lotierzo@nvacompassionfirst.com

Visit our careers page to view all current openings! https://nvacompassionfirst.com/careers/

NVA Overview: NVA is a growing community of general practice clinics, emergency hospitals, equine practices, specialty hospitals, and pet resorts across five countries. Our doctors and pet care teams share best practices, medical knowledge, innovation, and insights. This collaborative approach allows each individual practice and pet resort to do what they do best: service their local community with compassionate, best-in-class care and medicine, to enhance the lives of the animals they love while backed by the support, stability, and leadership of NVA.

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About NVA Compassion-First

Compassion-First and NVA recognize that we share deep-rooted values and priorities. For years, our dedication to Specialty and Emergency medicine has been a common background. Our groups have long shared the belief that the best patient care comes from championing hospitals in their local communities and supporting the practices and culture that have made them successful. We believe in empowering veterinarians and their teams with deeper resources so they can do more of what’s already working. Combining our strengths gives us the opportunity to make a lasting and positive impact on the profession, our people, and the care of animals. As one of the only dedicated Specialty and Emergency groups in the industry, NVA Compassion-First is the trusted partner of hospital teams who are looking for more—more resources to advance their medicine, a greater sense of belonging, and increased opportunities to care for their patients, clients and people.

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