Veterinary Jobs in Edgewood, NM

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is the premier hospital if you live in Edgewood, Moriarty, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sandia Park, Estancia, or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pet, small farm animals, or livestock.

In addition to the hospital and 3-stall barn, we have a full-service mobile unit for house/farm calls.

Position Purpose
Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is a mixed animal, general practice in Edgewood, NM, just a short drive from Albuquerque! We are currently seeking a dedicated associate veterinarian to join our three-doctor practice. Our clinic is in a bustling community and provides exceptional veterinary care for small and large animals, including exotics. We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about animal health, enthusiastic about client communication, and ready to contribute to the continued success of our practice. A confident support team assists our doctors with two full-time RVTs and many assistants. Our clinic has state-of-the-art medical equipment, including digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing.

We invite DVMs of all experience levels to apply! We offer mentorship for new graduates and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals. A DVM willing to see exotics or who wants to help us grow our equine client would be especially welcome. If you are a compassionate, skilled, and enthusiastic veterinarian looking to join a dynamic and growing mixed animal practice, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

About the area: Edgewood is just a half-hour drive east of Albuquerque. It offers a small-town, rural way of life with easy access to accommodations in New Mexico’s largest city. The area has countless opportunities to explore, especially one-of-a-kind art, history, cuisine, and culture. Any adventurer will love being part of the hot air balloon capital of the world and soaring through our skies. Thrill seekers can hit the slopes of the Sandia Mountains that overlook the town. The area is home to tons of hiking, biking, & equestrian trails for those looking to connect with the outdoors.

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

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 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 $100,000.00 – USD $140,000.00 /Yr.

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is the premier hospital if you live in Edgewood, Moriarty, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sandia Park, Estancia, or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pet, small farm animals, or livestock.

In addition to the hospital and 3-stall barn, we have a full-service mobile unit for house/farm calls.

Position Purpose
Reporting into the Practice Manager, the Client Service Representative (CSR), provides an exceptional experience to our clients during every interaction. In addition to continually engaging the client, the CSR performs practice administrative tasks such as record maintenance and appointment tracking. The CSR manages practice reception (visitor and telephone), maintenance of veterinary medical records, accounts maintenance, cash processing, data entry, word processing and mail services. The CSR applies practical knowledge of practice processes and services, the basic rules and regulations governing visitors and animal patient treatment, and veterinary record requirements and terminology to ensure every patient is well-cared for and every client has an exceptional experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Leads practice opening and closing procedures per Practice Manager instructions and practice procedures.
• Ensures all public areas are clean and presentable for patients; cleans and straightens areas including the front desk, reception area, waiting area, office, public bathroom(s) and exam rooms.
• Processes cash, checks, charge card payments and credit account payments.
• Schedules appointments for the clinic adhering to practice and Doctor preferences and ensure appropriate workflow.
• Assists in the updating of client/patient files, as needed.
• Prepares and sends client correspondence.
• Sends reminder notices to clients for periodic notifications; conducts re-calls to clients on a timely basis from a call back list.
• Performs a backup of the computer system on a regular basis, as directed.
• Performs and oversees the performance of posting daily business.
• Welcomes clients and patients to the practice with a warm and friendly demeanor and ensures an excellent experience during the practice visit.
• Answers incoming telephone calls applying proper telephone etiquette.
• Presents clients with medications, instructions, new client kits and any other take home items.
• Handles emergency situations with great care, patience, and following established clinic policies and procedures.
• Addresses client concerns in a calm appropriate manner, ensuring every experience ends in satisfaction.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Client satisfaction references preferred
• Practices OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits or accounts
• Bonus incentive
• Flexible work schedules
• Career and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

Pay Range
USD $13.00 – USD $15.00 /Hr.

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is the premier hospital if you live in Edgewood, Moriarty, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sandia Park, Estancia, or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pet, small farm animals, or livestock.

In addition to the hospital and 3-stall barn, we have a full-service mobile unit for house/farm calls.

Requirements/Qualifications
Eligibility

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Veterinary Technician School

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is the premier hospital if you live in Edgewood, Moriarty, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sandia Park, Estancia, or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pet, small farm animals, or livestock.

In addition to the hospital and 3-stall barn, we have a full-service mobile unit for house/farm calls.

Requirements/Qualifications
Eligibility

Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA Accredited Veterinary School

Must be able to provide student PLIT