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Union Hill Animal Hospital is hiring! Our locally owned, independent hospital has continued to rapidly grow in the heart of midtown Kansas City! We are seeking to add a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician or an experienced assistant to join our team! We currently have 4 full-time DVMs and an

Job Description We are a fast paced, quality first grooming salon in northern Johnson County looking for an experienced dog groomer with at least 2 years experience. The right applicant will have great customer service skills and "love" working with dogs. Hand scissoring will be an asset. You will be expected to groom 6-10 dogs per day to the customer specifications while helping to maintain our "pleasant" working atmosphere. Our groomers are paid commission which results in $40-70k per year. Hours are 7:30 to finish Tuesday through Saturday. If you love working with dogs and having fun while at work please send a resume or letter of experience. Position available immediately. Company DescriptionEmpire Pets is the oldest grooming business in the KC area. It has been under the same groomer/ownership for over 23 years and maintains an excellent reputation. As a groomer, working for "a groomer" ....it makes a difference. We understand that grooming is a wonderful career and groomers should be paid accordingly and treated with respect.Empire Pets is the oldest grooming business in the KC area. It has been under the same groomer/ownership for over 23 years and maintains an excellent reputation. As a groomer, working for "a groomer" ....it makes a difference. We understand that grooming is a wonderful career and groomers should be paid accordingly and treated with respect.

Job Description Life is HAPPIER at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice! Join Lap of Love as an In-Home, Associate Veterinarian in Kansas City Can you imagine working for a company that truly values its veterinarians and prioritizes your professional fulfillment and personal well-being? Established and owned by veterinarians, Lap of Love offers unparalleled professional freedom and a refreshing change of pace from in-clinic practice. Our doctors feel a profound sense of purpose in providing peaceful hospice and euthanasia services to pets in the comfort of their homes. Join a compassionate and supportive community of over 350 veterinarians and support staff, where collaboration and encouragement are always just a call away. If you’re seeking greater career satisfaction and overall happiness, consider becoming a mobile veterinarian with Lap of Love. We’d love to have you! Why Life is HAPPIER at Lap of Love: Quality of Life: Enjoy a relaxing, balanced schedule that allows you to go home each day knowing you've made a profound impact. Quality of Time: With an average of 2-4 appointments daily, you'll have time to provide compassionate and unrushed care to every pet and pet family. Quality of Work: Families welcome you into their homes with gratitude, recognizing the vital role you play in providing comfort and peace. Benefits: • Customized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to meet the needs of you and your family, • 401k with 3% company match, • Guaranteed base salary with no negative accrual, • Generous paid time off that grows with tenure, • Up to $2,000 in annual CE allowance and additional PTO days to support professional development (Allowance and PTO days based on DVM schedule), • Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing mentorship, • Total wellness program which includes mental, physical, and financial support services, • Company-paid life insurance, • Paid parental and bereavement leave, • Dependent care FSA, • Short- and long-term disability insurance, • Pet insurance Requirements: • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS), • Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license, • Availability to work some weekends, • Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance, • Candidates will be subject to a background and motor vehicle record check, post-hire and before their associated start date. Veterinarian Salary Range: $45,000

Job Description Unleash total career flexibility as an independent veterinary contractor with Vetco, a division of Petco, The Health + Wellness Company. We're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and pet parents. A vital part of our mission is making high-quality veterinary care more accessible to pets in your community. You can enjoy multiple benefits while working with Vetco as a relief veterinarian! We offer flexible online booking so you can achieve the ultimate work-life balance. You select your shifts with no minimum or maximum number required. We have a variety of weekend and weekday hours available for selection. You determine your rate for each relief shift chosen. Continue practice activities outside of Vetco shifts and enjoy NO agency fees! Our appointment-based model helps manage traffic and gets you out the door on time. We have trained, experienced staff to manage operations, so you can focus on delivering the best care and patient experience possible. Stay in the know with our monthly newsletter that highlights policy and product updates and clinic news. Enjoy a 15% Petco discount to help you spoil your pets on all products and services What's the difference between Vetco Vaccination Clinics and Vetco Total Care Hospitals? VETCO VACCINATION CLINICS offer wellness examinations, preventive vaccinations and medications, heartworm testing, and microchip insertion. No surgeries, emergencies, or sick visits. A trained staff runs operations, transactions and helps to safely restrain pets. Clinics are located inside Petco retail locations. Appointments help manage traffic to get you out the door on time. VETCO TOTAL CARE HOSPITAL relief shifts include preventive care, diagnostic workups, outpatient surgeries, and dental procedures. You will partner with the area medical director before your shifts to review the comfort level of cases. Hospitals are equipped with digital patient records, surgical suite, Butterfly IQ+ handheld ultrasound imaging, digital and dental X-ray, Vetology Radiograph Interpretation AI, and on-site labs. Licensed and trained hospital staff. No overnights or emergency on-call. The appointment-based model helps manage traffic and gets you out the door on time! REQUIREMENTS • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good standing, • Appropriate state-specific licensing to perform all shift functions including the ability to perform blood draws & administer vaccines, • DEA in good standing preferred for full-service Vetco Total Care hospital relief shifts, • Ability to provide Professional Liability Insurance + license defense policy, • Compliance with all local state and federal mandates HOSPITAL & CLINIC LOCATIONS Vetco Total Care hospitals and Vetco Clinics provide access to high-quality veterinary care in 48 states, with new locations opening soon. Ask us about hospitals and clinics near you. Send an email or schedule a call directly with one of our Talent Advisors to learn more! Explore all open shift locations on the Vetco Clinics website. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description About the Client Our client is an innovative telehealth provider expanding access to veterinary care through technology. They partner with healthcare organizations and veterinary professionals to deliver high-quality, remote pet care services. By leveraging a secure digital platform, they connect pet owners with experienced veterinarians to meet a variety of care needs without the constraints of traditional in-clinic visits. About the Role We are seeking a part-time veterinarian to provide professional services remotely via a telemedicine platform. This position is ideal for a veterinarian looking to deliver care outside the traditional clinic setting, particularly during nights and weekends. You will work closely with a medical director and a collaborative team to evaluate pets, consult with owners, and prescribe treatments when medically appropriate. Responsibilities * Deliver virtual consultations and follow-ups using a secure online portal * Evaluate pets based on medical history, data, and client communication * Provide expert guidance, treatment plans, and prescriptions when suitable * Maintain accurate, compliant medical records for all interactions * Uphold high standards of veterinary practice and ethics in a telehealth environment * Adhere to data privacy and security standards * Collaborate with a team of professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care Requirements * Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree * Active veterinary license in good standing in at least one U.S. state * Minimum 3 years of post-graduate experience as a practicing veterinarian * Strong communication and medical writing skills * Comfortable with video consultations and digital recordkeeping * Reliable internet connection and access to phone and desktop computer * Willingness to work night and/or weekend shifts * Compassion, problem-solving ability, and a passion for animal welfare Benefits & Why Join * Flexible remote work—no commuting or travel required * Opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking veterinary care model * Work-life balance with part-time, night, and weekend options * Collaborative team culture with professional oversight and support * Meaningful contribution to expanding access to pet healthcare If you're an experienced veterinarian ready to embrace a new way to practice medicine and improve access for pet families, we encourage you to apply.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Dental insurance, • Health insurance Job purpose: The A&F On-Site Veterinarian will deliver high-quality medical care to all shelter animals, including, but not limited to, spaying/neutering and treating various medical conditions. Duties and responsibilities: Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Managing Medical Cases: Provide high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of patients. Perform medical intakes on all new cases. Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following medical parameters and guidelines. Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling. Provide high quality individualized care while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices. Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments. Ensure all vet staff and daily care teams are practicing Fear Free handing. Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referrals for advanced care as needed. Ensure effective use of quarantine and isolation spaces; ensure appropriate use of PPE, dog walk orders, and cleaning orders. Ability to assess medical prognosis and assist in making appropriate euthanasia decisions following appropriate protocols and guidelines. Respond to after-hours medical concerns. Keep staff and fosters/potential adopters apprised of patient medical progress and flow of cases. Teach/Coach and provide team support while collaborating and supporting the work of partner departments. Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal partners. Attend daily rounds; ensure individual patients and the population are assessed daily and treatment/intervention recommendations are implemented in a timely fashion considering medical, behavior, and sheltering perspectives. Provide clear expectations and regular practice of feedback and after-actions. Set and model a standard of continuous improvement in all aspects of Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuarys care and handling of dogs and cats. Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings. Qualifications: Must be currently licensed in the State of Missouri and Kansas to practice veterinary medicine. Must be qualified and eligible to obtain DEA license. Experience in the field of veterinary medicine required, with high volume surgical sterilization experience desirable. Knowledge and Skills: Supervisory experience, knowledge of shelter medicine and epidemiology helpful. Knowledge of disease recognition in shelter setting required. Effective decision making and diagnostic skills and interest in pursuing treatment options. Strong customer service, oral/written communication skills and interest in networking with other professionals. Able to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks at one time. Able to deal with staff, volunteers and clients in a professional manner. Able to direct work of others, train/develop employees and evaluate employee performance. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an animal shelter with shared office space. Potential for exposure to diseases, dangerous and fractious animals, high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, anesthetics and sharp objects. Field conditions may be encountered. Occasional lifting of up to or over 50 pounds, potential for standing on feet for 8 to 10 hours a day (40 hour work week), animal handling in a veterinary setting.

Job DescriptionVeterinarian (Full-time or Part-time)Humane Society of Missouri, Animal Medical Center of Mid-America St. Louis, MO Area - Open to candidates that need to relocateSalary: Base + Uncapped Commission; Base salary is $100,000 to $105,000 per year with potential flexibility based on experience. Expected total compensation $110,000 to $150,000 per year.Great benefits include: • Eligible for federal student loan forgiveness, • Stipend for continuing education expenses, • AVMA-PLIT Liability coverage, • Veterinary and Controlled substance licenses paid for by the organizationTerrific Veterinarian position with Humane Society of Missouri for their Animal Medical Center of Mid-America in the St. Louis area. The position will cater to the public and their shelter animals, offering a wide variety of veterinary services. They are open to full-time or part-time, as well as candidates that need to relocate. Their compensation includes uncapped commissions.Responsibilities:, • Provide timely and professional veterinary services, • Manage a caseload of daily appointments and walk-ins, • Collaborate with other clinicians and staff members, • Direct staff members providing assistance with appointments and procedures, • Assist in mentoring Veterinarians and students during externshipsQualifications:, • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited university is required, • Recent graduates will be considered, • MO veterinary license and DEA controlled substances license in good standing, or eligible to obtain, • Track record of revenue generation in a clinical setting, • Respect for clients and their pets, • Experience with eVet or similar software, • Ability to make decisions and direct staff as needed, • Uphold the veterinary code of ethics, • Maintain collaboration with other clinicians and staffEqual opportunity employer.

Job Description Life is HAPPIER at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice! Join Lap of Love as an In-Home, Associate Veterinarian in Kansas City Can you imagine working for a company that truly values its veterinarians and prioritizes your professional fulfillment and personal well-being? Established and owned by veterinarians, Lap of Love offers unparalleled professional freedom and a refreshing change of pace from in-clinic practice. Our doctors feel a profound sense of purpose in providing peaceful hospice and euthanasia services to pets in the comfort of their homes. Join a compassionate and supportive community of over 350 veterinarians and support staff, where collaboration and encouragement are always just a call away. If you’re seeking greater career satisfaction and overall happiness, consider becoming a mobile veterinarian with Lap of Love. We’d love to have you! Why Life is HAPPIER at Lap of Love: Quality of Life: Enjoy a relaxing, balanced schedule that allows you to go home each day knowing you've made a profound impact. Quality of Time: With an average of 2-4 appointments daily, you'll have time to provide compassionate and unrushed care to every pet and pet family. Quality of Work: Families welcome you into their homes with gratitude, recognizing the vital role you play in providing comfort and peace. Benefits: • Customized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to meet the needs of you and your family, • 401k with 3% company match, • Guaranteed base salary with no negative accrual, • Generous paid time off that grows with tenure, • Up to $2,000 in annual CE allowance and additional PTO days to support professional development (Allowance and PTO days based on DVM schedule), • Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing mentorship, • Total wellness program which includes mental, physical, and financial support services, • Company-paid life insurance, • Paid parental and bereavement leave, • Dependent care FSA, • Short- and long-term disability insurance, • Pet insurance Requirements: • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS), • Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license, • Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance, • Candidates will be subject to a background and motor vehicle record check, post-hire and before their associated start date.

Job Description Experience Fulfillment at Heartstrings Pet Hospice! Join Our Team as an In-Home Veterinarian in Kansas City Are you looking for a refreshing change from in-clinic practice? Do you want to reconnect with pet families and provide the compassionate care you've always envisioned, with generous appointment times and minimal administrative duties? If you consider yourself a compassionate and empathetic individual, we would love to have you join us! At Heartstrings Pet Hospice, our mission is to support pets and their families during one of life's most challenging moments by helping pets pass peacefully in the comfort of their own home. Established and owned by veterinarians, we understand that pets are beloved family members. We prioritize building deep and meaningful connections with pet families, colleagues, and the community. Join our team and become part of a nurturing and supportive environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. Discover a Unique and Rewarding Career as a Veterinarian • Make a greater impact with an average of 3-4 appointments per day, • Receive gratitude and appreciation in every appointment, • Embrace the freedom of a mobile practice without being tied to a clinic, • Benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing mentorship, • Achieve an actual work-life balance, • Enjoy schedule flexibility, with 2-5 day-per-week work options, with most appointments occurring between 9 am and 5 pm, • Participate in Team Building and Retreat Activities Requirements Veterinarian Core Responsibilities • Provide in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets, • Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets, • Build relationships with local veterinary clinics, serving as an extension of their excellent care Qualifications • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS), • 1+ year(s) experience as a practicing veterinarian, • Possess a valid driver's license, • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and up to 100 lbs. assisted, • Capable of walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, stooping, standing, and reaching consistently during the workday, • Comfortable with prolonged periods of driving Mileage Reimbursement Quarterly Productivity Bonuses Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k with up to 3% match and Roth 401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D) Paid Time Off/Bereavement Leave/Paid Parental Leave Professional Training and Development Pet Insurance

Job DescriptionDescription: As a Vet Technician Assistant/RVT, you will be an integral part of our medical team. Focusing on patient care, client education, and personal growth, our technicians will have the opportunity to rotate through all medical departments, keeping their skills sharp and getting a wide variety of vet med exposure. They will also be expected to use compassion and empathy with all clients, promote our core values, lead by example, uphold a high level of quality and speed, as well as work with a high level of professionalism. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Provides compassionate care to patients. Performs all duties in accordance with clinic policies and procedures. Assists the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures. Restrains pets for examinations or treatments., • Responsible for being an exemplary role model in representing and supporting all company core values and customer experience values. Educate and promote all services, programs, philosophies, agency mission, policies and procedures to all clients and volunteers., • Establish highly effective relationships with volunteers and other staff, support all programs and gain support from clients and community stakeholders., • Actively contribute to reaching goals through completion of tasks, maintaining quality service and patient care standards, and customer experience excellence. Process all daily paperwork, deposits, and other processes essential to field and clinic operations with accuracy and attention to detail., • Assume responsibility for personal growth and development, maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation., • Keep all work areas clean and sanitary. Ensure organization compliance with all applicable OSHA, safety, HIPAA and confidentiality regulations. Abide by all federal, state, and local programs. (State of Missouri Department of Agriculture, State of Missouri Veterinary Board, etc.), • Complete all other delegated tasks as needed.Requirements:, • High energy and passion for helping animals and people, • Outgoing personality, • Ability to work in a very high volume and fast-paced environment, • Animal handling experience 2+ years (deal, not required), • Confidence in computer use and typing skills

Job Description Canine exclusive hospital/ General Cleaning/ Light Office/ Patient Restraint/ animal care/ customer service/ experience with animal care and handling required/ Pay rate based on experience/Paid, on-the-job training/Part-time Company DescriptionFast-growing, veterinarian-owned clinic. Strong emphasis on surgical/ dental / wellness procedures for canines. Part-time with full-time possibility. Hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital environment is required.Fast-growing, veterinarian-owned clinic.\r\nStrong emphasis on surgical/ dental / wellness procedures for canines.\r\nPart-time with full-time possibility.\r\nHands-on experience in a veterinary hospital environment is required.