Payson Pet Care  is a fast-paced, AAHA accredited hospital located in the rural mountain community of Payson, AZ (about 90 miles from Phoenix). For over 24 years, we have been the leader in high quality medicine, diagnostics and availability. Our small town is home to about 15,000 full-time residents and several varieties of wildlife. Our community is also a popular tourist/camping destination thanks to our beautiful mountains, fresh air, mild temperatures, abundance of hiking trails, lakes, rivers and any other outdoor recreation you can think of!  

Job description: 

We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our family and our small mountain community. With the nearest emergency hospital over an hour away, our rural area has many needs and we are open to tailoring this position to your strengths. Ideally, we are looking for someone who is confident with Urgent Care type medicine, but GP is absolutely welcomed!  

Our main priorities are: 

Providing excellent client services and education 

Providing high quality medicine 

Fostering an environment of positivity, teamwork and collaboration 

Work, life and family balance for the whole team (NO afterhours! NO holidays! NO Sundays!) 

About our hospital: 

We are the only AAHA accredited hospital within a 90-mile radius. 

Full service hospital equipped for wellness, sick pets and surgery. 

Dedicated,  trained staff with a 2:1 tech to doctor ratio (3:1 if working solo) 

In house diagnostics 

We offer laser therapy, ultrasound, cautery, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery.

New digital radiology equipment for both dental and diagnostic.  

SPACE! We have a 5,000 square foot hospital with 4 exam rooms, a compassion room, two isolation rooms, full lab, double surgery suite and updated lobby (no boarding or grooming). 

Qualifications: 

Must have DVM or VMD from an AVMA accredited institution 

License to practice veterinary medicine in AZ or able to attain a license and in good standing 

DEA licensure is preferred 

Must have a passion for continued learning and improvement, excellent communication skills and a proactive approach. 

Take pride in offering unmatched compassionate care, ensuring our communication with our clients is clear and understood.  

Support all other medical personnel, including veterinary technicians and assistants, and help will guide as a mentor to develop the clinical staff. 

Require confidence and proficiency in dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and internal medicine. 

Open to recent graduates and experienced practitioners.  

Additional Information: 

As an employee, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, training, and career growth opportunities. Need to move? Don't change employers; move with us. 

Benefits include but not limited to: 

Competitive Compensation Plans 

Schedules to balance Work, Life, and Family 

Maternity and Paternity 

Mentorship / Training 

Licensing fees, CE and professional dues 

Medical, vision, dental, and more 

Paid-time off (full-time employees) 

Tuition reimbursement 

Relocation assistance (for New Hires and Internal Mobility)