Maine Veterinary Medical Center (MVMC) is recruiting an Emergency Department Veterinarian for swing and overnight shifts at our fast-paced specialty hospital in Scarborough, Maine. As the largest specialty hospital in the state of Maine, MVMC boasts board-certified specialists in Critical Care, Surgery, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Radiology, and Rehabilitation, as well as a robust and busy primary ER. We also have a part-time veterinary social worker on staff.

MVMC is a VECCs level II certified hospital as well as a VetCOT registered trauma center (one of only two in New England) supported by 7 day per week critical care coverage. There are weekly intern rounds (typically between 1 - 3 interns per year) which all are welcome to attend, monthly journal club and quarterly morbidity and mortality rounds, as well as various wet labs and additional training opportunities. The hospital has a full in-house laboratory, telemetry monitoring, point of care ultrasound, two digital radiography suites, 16-slice helical CT, MRI, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, oxygen kennels, high flow oxygen, dedicated GI and respiratory isolation, and a mechanical ventilator.

Scarborough is nestled along the southern Maine coast and offers the perfect mix of outdoor beauty and work-life balance. Just minutes from Portland, you’ll enjoy scenic beaches, hiking trails, and a close-knit community — all with access to top-tier restaurants, schools, and culture. It’s an ideal place to grow your career and enjoy life beyond the clinic.

Visit us here https://mvmc.vet/ to find out more.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Work in a fast-paced specialty hospital with a high referral caseload, excellent mentorship, and a collaborative environment between ER and specialty that fosters continued learning and development.
Collaborate with primary care veterinarians for referral of cases through the emergency room
Participate in ongoing education, seminars, and training as appropriate
Typical schedule is 3 12-hour shifts per week

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We offer a competitive salary with a sign-on bonus of up to $50,000.00.

We’re passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential at work and home. As a result, our total compensation package is not only comprehensive but has options you and your family will enjoy:  

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage  
401K with a total company match of up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
Generous paid time off to help you achieve your perfect work-life balance  
Professional liability insurance  
Company-paid bonding leave  
Employer-assisted student loan repayment     
Mental Health Resources

Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:

Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods

REQUIREMENTS

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree or equivalent degree
Must obtain a State of Maine Veterinary License   
DVM in good standing with completion of small animal rotating internship OR 2+ years of experience in the veterinary emergency setting
Has an empathetic, client-focused approach to veterinary medicine
Commitment to a high standard of medical care
Enjoys working as a team and collaborating on patient care

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that’s hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We’re hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families. When it all comes together with the joy of working with pets, our career opportunities are as exhilarating as climbing a toy mountain of a gazillion new squeaky balls.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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