Associate Veterinarian - TLC Cat Clinic

## Practice TLC Cat Clinic, located in Plymouth, MN, specializes in providing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care exclusively for cats. Our mission is to foster strong human-animal bonds through a focus on preventive care, responsible pet ownership, and client education. We proudly serve Plymouth and neighboring areas. At TLC Cat Clinic, we are committed to ensuring the well-being of feline companions in a warm and welcoming environment. ## Position Purpose **Not all DVM roles are created equal.**At TLC Cat Clinic, we’ve intentionally built a different kind of environment—one that’s quieter, more focused, and designed around what cats (and the people who love them) actually need.If you’re looking to practice high-quality medicine without the chaos of barking dogs, heavy restraint, or snowy patient walks, this may be the change you’ve been hoping for.**Why TLC Cat Clinic?**We are a feline-exclusive, Fear Free-focused practice, which means:Patients are generally under 20 lbsMinimal noise, calmer workflow **No nights or weekends (M–F, 9am–6pm)**Emphasis on low-stress handling (Churu > force, always)The ability to truly specialize in feline medicineStreamlined inventory & pharmacy (yes, it matters)And… a healthy supply of lint rollers **Core Competencies:** - **Patience & Compassion:** Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care. - **Collaboration & Teamwork:** Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas. - **Communicating**: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care. - **Active Listening:** Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback. - **Organization Skills**: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients. - **Client Satisfaction:** Ensuring all activities and interactions results in the highest level of client satisfaction. ## Essential Responsibilities - Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries. - Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results. - Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options. - Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed. - Provide counsel around pet end of life care. - Maintain patients’ medical records. - Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures. ## Requirements/Qualifications - DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution. - Appropriate state licensure. - Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients. - Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance. ## Benefits Offered - Unlimited personal time - Bonus incentives - Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance - Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match) - CE and licensure reimbursement - Flexible work schedules - Managing career path development - Employee Assistance Program - DVM Referral Program - Mental Health Resources - Relocation assistance available ## Pay Range USD $110,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.