Company Description

Kent Veterinary Clinic provides full-service diagnostics, surgical care, dental procedures, for treatment of small companion animals. We have a full range of laboratory, radiology, and dental equipment, to provide you with the best service. We offer in-house diagnostics such as, digital x-rays, bloodwork, and laser therapy.  We offer medical bathing, grooming, and a wide range of flea, tick, and heartworm prevention for your pets, all located in our in-house pharmacy for your convenience.

With a combination of one hundred years of Veterinary experience between Dr. Kent and Dr. Doucet; you know you'll be in great hands! We are a close-knit team that enjoys working hard and of course having fun together. Kent Veterinary Clinic is not just well known in the community but, we are active members of the Chamber of Commerce.

Amite City is a great place to live and is conveniently located in Southeast Louisiana. The city offers a hometown feeling with the advantages of a big city. We are a short distance to Hammond, about 1 hour away from Baton Rouge, and just over an hour to New Orleans. Amite City is the perfect small town to start a family and a great place to start a new life; not to forget our annual Oyster Festival to curb your seafood craving! What's not to love?

Job Description

Our Veterinarians:

• Develop a relationship with our clients and partner with them to deliver the highest quality patient care possible. 
• Treat each pet individually to minimize stress, anxiety or discomfort. 
• Stay up-to-date with innovative and emerging veterinary medications, procedures, treatments, protocols and equipment. 
• Collaborate and function as a team within the hospital.
• Help to continue developing the support team. 
• Treat every client like family and each patient like their own pet.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

• Full Time OR Part Time Veterinarian
• New graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply
• Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
• Proficient in general medicine and surgery 
• Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an AVMA accredited university
• Current DEA License or obtained upon hire
• Active Veterinary State License 
• USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire

Additional Information

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

The anticipated starting base salary for this position ranges between $120 - $180 per hour and will commensurate with experience.