Veterinarian - Walnutport, PA - CareVet Health

Cherryville Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, has a tremendous opportunity to join our thriving practice in Walnutport, PA! This position offers a six figure salary plus production, a $60,000 signing bonus, work/life balance, no upfront non-compete and more!

About the Position

The incoming veterinarian must have an interest in providing both medical and surgical care in a full-service facility, equipped to treat dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rabbits, and pocket pets. The ideal candidate will understand that the delivery of care goes beyond just treating the pet but extends to the whole family; knowing that exceptional treatment for the pet and education for the pet owners are both critical. 

About the Hospital

We are committed to practicing high quality, progressive, individualized medical care for our patients. We provide you with the tools to help your patients through industry-leading medical and diagnostic capabilities. At Cherryville Animal Hospital, we know that we cannot truly care for others, unless we are first taking care of ourselves; that’s why we empower our veterinarians and staff to work to the best of their ability, and we always place an emphasis on having fun while we work. Veterinary medicine can be stressful, and we take our jobs seriously, but we try to have fun every day. Located along the Lehigh River in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania, Walnutport is a beautiful community with a unique blend of natural beauty, local shops and boutiques, and various brand name chain stores and restaurants. Walnutport also offers safe neighborhoods, excellent schools and amazing outdoor amenities including beautiful trails for hiking and biking. When a change of scenery is in order, residents of Walnutport enjoy easy access to Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton. This has us close to major sporting and cultural events such as Blue Mountain Ski Resort, Phantoms Ice Hockey and Iron Pigs Baseball, as well as Bethlehem’s renowned Musikfest, the State Theater, Crayola Factory and Dorney Park. With this blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, Walnutport and the Lehigh Valley region truly has something for everyone! 

About the Team

Work along a team that is friendly, team-oriented, and dedicated to an enjoyable work-life balance. Our experienced support staff and veterinarians create a professional work experience while helping our clients care for their beloved companions. Founded in 1990 by Dr. Russell Myers and Dr. Carla Myers, Cherryville Animal Hospital has proudly served the people and pets of Walnutport and the surrounding areas ever since. Our fundamental mission is to educate our clients on how to care for their pets, ensuring they live long, happy lives.  

CareVet Offers You: 

• Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Generous signing bonus, student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian 
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance 
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties 
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker 
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!  

• Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
• Treat and dress wounds
• Perform surgery on animals
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases
• Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
• Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication
• Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

How to Apply 

To learn more about positions available, please contact Chelsea Haverfield at chaverfield@carevethealth.com or 636-373-1181. Apply directly by clicking the button below. 

About the Network 

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.  

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