Join Our Veterinary Team at River Road Veterinary Hospital!

Hey there, future favorite coworker! Are you a passionate and dedicated veterinarian looking to work in a state-of-the-art facility with a collaborative, innovative, and let's-face-it-pretty-awesome approach to veterinary medicine? River Road Veterinary Hospital is on the hunt for an associate veterinarian to join our dynamic team.

About Us

River Road Veterinary Hospital is a full-service companion animal hospital located in the Greater New Orleans metropolitan area. We're all about building meaningful relationships with our clients and their fur family. Our veterinary team offers exceptional, personalized health plans with a strong emphasis on preventative wellness care.

Why Join Us?

Our newly built facility is designed to give our energetic and dedicated staff all the tools they need to deliver top-tier, progressive medical care. We believe in a comprehensive approach to pet care, combining cutting-edge medical services with compassionate customer service to create a welcoming environment for our clients and their pets.

Location, Location, Location!!

Nestled in charming Old Jefferson, our hospital overlooks the levee on the Mississippi River. Enjoy easy traffic AND a parking lot (a New Orleans miracle) and quick access to the city, where you can indulge in some of the best food on the planet. From world-class music to the iconic Mardi Gras and local festivals, if you’re into having a good time, this is the place for you.

Locally Owned and Operated

River Road Veterinary Hospital is proudly privately owned, with our practice owners actively practicing in the building. This means that changes and improvements are made by those who are right there on the floor, ensuring that your concerns are listened to and understood. As a privately-owned practice, we have the flexibility to adapt quickly to the needs of our team and clients. Our hospital offers a more personalized and supportive work environment, closer community connections, and open feedback is always welcome. Your voice truly matters here, and we're committed to fostering a collaborative and responsive workplace.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary & Benefits: Including PTO, Figs uniforms, medical/dental/vision insurance, continuing education opportunities, potential signing bonus, employee discounts, and a 401(k) plan.
Positive Work Environment: We provide lunch on Wednesdays, keep a cupboard stocked with coffee and snacks, enjoy occasional team outings (we love a good crawfish boil), and get to strut our stuff together in the annual Barkus Parade. We celebrate birthdays, appreciation days/weeks, and foster a strong sense of teamwork.
Tools and Resources: Access the best tools and resources to ensure optimal care for our patients and streamline our workflow. Enjoy advanced tools such as our digital and integrated X-ray machine, digital dental X-ray, cautery, a full suite of IDEXX in-house analyzers, multi-parameter anesthesia monitoring, ultrasound, on-site PRP therapy, laser therapy, in-house acupuncture, and our brand-new IM3 dental unit. We also maintain working relationships with a veterinary orthopedic surgeon and a Board-Certified Cardiologist, ensuring top-notch care for your patients and the opportunity to collaborate with these experts.
Innovative Technology: Benefit from the latest in veterinary technology and treatment options designed to enhance patient care and simplify administrative tasks. We use Ezyvet for practice management, Idexx for diagnostics + radiology, and provide our vets with a time-saving AI Digital Scribe software to assist with medical records. Our cutting-edge platforms make all the essential administrative work easier, allowing you to focus more on your patients and less on paperwork.
Mental Health Support: We prioritize the well-being of our team. We don’t tolerate abuse from clients, strive for less-stress patient visits (we love the chill-protocols), and are committed to maintaining a respectful and positive workplace. Your sanity matters!
Pawlins Perks: Have you heard of our popular younger sister, Pawlins? They’re always voted NOLA’s favorite in the magazines! Enjoy free daily daycare for your pet on workdays, fun photo-shoots of your furry friends, and a discounted rate for boarding and grooming services. It’s like a VIP pass for your pets!

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree with a valid license in good standing.
Proficiency in performing all basic surgeries and procedures, including spays/neuters and dentals.
Ability to use standard medical instruments and equipment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

Provide top-tier care and customer service to clients and patients.
Perform physical examinations, diagnose conditions, and present diagnostic and treatment options to clients.
Conduct medical, surgical, dental, and urgent-case procedures in accordance with hospital policy.
Interpret laboratory results, prescribe medications, read radiographs, and determine appropriate protocols based on results.
Communicate effectively with clients, presenting treatment options while considering their emotional and financial needs.
Set an example for other staff on how to interact with clients and promote a positive work environment.
Embody our core values and adhere to business policies and procedures.

Join Us!

If you're ready to join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and compassionate care—and you want to work somewhere where you’ll love both your job and your city—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us set the gold standard in our local community’s veterinary care.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

New Orleans, LA 70121: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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