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Job description
Practice:
In operation since 1971, Oates Veterinary Clinic welcomes both emergency cases as well as patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Beyond medical care, our goal is to make our clinic as comfortable, pet-friendly, family-friendly, and calm as possible. We also offer a full-service boarding and grooming facility.
Position Purpose:
New Grad Veterinarian | Personalized Mentorship + $120K–$150K | Kenton, OH
Oates Veterinary Clinic
Compensation: $120K- $150K Plus Production
Bonus Package: Up to $100K Sign on Bonus and/or Relocation Assistance
Student Loan Assitance
NAVLE Reimbursement
Your First Year, Built Around You
You won't be expected to know everything on Day 1. We'll build your schedule and development around your confidence level.
Experienced DVM available for case collaboration
Surgical coaching and hands-on support
Opportunity to scrub in before performing unfamiliar procedures independently
Gradual increase in case complexity
Dedicated time for case discussion and learning
CE support based on the skills you want to develop
No pressure to become “fast” before you're ready
Choose YOUR Career Path
What kind of veterinarian do you want to become?
Medicine & Diagnostics Build confidence working through challenging cases using in-house diagnostics and digital radiology.
Dentistry Develop your dentistry skills with digital dental radiography.
Surgery Grow from routine procedures into more advanced soft-tissue surgery at your own pace.
Not sure yet? That's okay. Your first job is supposed to help you figure that out.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a veterinarian who wants purpose, flexibility, and the ability to make an impact.
You might be:
A new graduate seeking mentorship and hands-on learning
An experienced DVM ready for more autonomy and creativity
Someone who values strong relationships with clients, patients, and teammates
If you’re compassionate, communicative, and excited to practice medicine your way—you’ll fit right in.
Life in Kenton, Ohio and the Surrounding Area
Kenton + Findlay + Lima + Ada
Nearby Ada has the college-town influence of Ohio Northern University , while Findlay and Lima add restaurants, shopping, entertainment and events. ONU itself promotes nearby Findlay and Lima for live music, outdoor dining, festivals and recreation
The area has parks, hiking, biking, canoeing, disc golf and other outdoor recreation. Kenton itself maintains five parks, including Saulisberry Park/France Lake.
Trade expensive apartment living and crowded city streets for more space, parks, trails and room to enjoy your time outside of work.
Never considered Northwest Ohio? Give us one day to change your mind.
Come meet the team, tour the hospital and explore the area. You can decide for yourself whether Oates could be the right place to launch your career.
Email for more information:
Essential Responsibilities:
Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
Maintain patients’ medical records.
Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
Requirements/Qualifications:
DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
Appropriate state licensure.
Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Benefits Offered:
Unlimited personal time
Bonus incentives
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
CE and licensure reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Managing career path development
Employee Assistance Program
DVM Referral Program
Mental Health Resources
Relocation assistance available
Pay Range:
USD $120,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
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Worksite address
kenton, OH, 43326, US
Who can apply
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