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Ophthalmologist - Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists (AVES) is seeking a Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join our growing team!

AVES is the only specialty practice in the state, and we recently moved into a brand new, 8,500 square foot facility in west Little Rock, which allows us to offer advanced diagnostics including CT, digital radiology, ultrasound/echocardiography, and endoscopy. Our specialties include Surgery, Dermatology, Dentistry, and Ophthalmology, while our emergency team provides both referred and after-hours emergency care. Our ideal candidate has an excellent attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to work as a team, helping to provide both cohesive medical care and communication between clients, referring veterinarians, and specialists.

Hospital perks:

Beautiful, spacious, state of the art 8,500 sq ft facility
Strong team of exceptional Board Certified Veterinary Specialists
Surgery | Ophthalmology | Critical Care
Supported by 5 CVTs and multiple highly skilled Assistants
Digital Radiology | CT scanner | Ultrasound | Intensive/Oxygen Units
Advanced Lab Diagnostics | In-House Pharmacy | Ventilator

We take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. We offer a great compensation package, including a competitive salary, health insurance, 401K, PTO, generous CE allowance, additional PTO for CE, and reimbursement for membership and license fee. Housing & Relocation assistance available!

Qualifications:

Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university.
Current State Veterinary License.
DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
Must demonstrate a desire to continue learning in veterinary care and participate in leading staff training.

Little Rock is a hidden gem of a city, functioning as a cultural, economic, government, and transportation center, but feeling like a small town. Arkansas is an outdoor paradise, with fantastic hiking, fishing, hunting, and camping. The Arkansas River Trail provides 17 miles of rail trail in Little Rock, along the Arkansas River. Several cultural institutions are in Little Rock, such as the Arkansas Arts Center, Ballet Arkansas, and the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra. All of these activities, along with a low cost of living, make our city an attractive place to be!

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Leslie Lynette, RVT, CVPM at LLynette@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

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Why Consider Our Little Rock Hospital?

At Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.

Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.

We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.

We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.
- Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists Team

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From Our Clients

"The staff were very nice and attentive. They walked us through every step while in the clinic. Even before the visit when I called, they were very informative and let me know what to expect. We arrived with my cat feeling unwell and acting out of character and left with a happy and healthy cat."
Mattie O.