Part-Time Veterinarian – Derby, Kansas
Location: Derby, Kansas
Schedule: Part-Time | Flexible Schedule
Practice Type: Small Animal | General Practice | Surgery & Dentistry
Sign-On Bonus Up to $55,000 | Flexible Scheduling | Clinical Autonomy | Comprehensive Patient Care
About the Role
A modern small animal veterinary hospital in Derby, Kansas is seeking a Part-Time Veterinarian to join its collaborative clinical team.
With a flexible part-time schedule and a sign-on bonus of up to $55,000 available, this opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian looking to maintain a rewarding clinical career while achieving greater flexibility outside of work.
The role encompasses preventative healthcare, general medicine, diagnostics and day hospitalisation, with opportunities to perform routine and more complex surgical and dental procedures depending on experience.
Veterinarians are given autonomy over individual patient care while receiving clinical guidance and support from experienced veterinary leadership.
About the Practice
The hospital provides comprehensive small animal veterinary services within a modern, full-service clinical environment.
The practice takes a structured, problem-based approach to veterinary medicine, supporting veterinarians in developing thorough diagnostic and treatment plans tailored to each individual patient.
Doctors work alongside an experienced hospital team and collaborate closely to maintain continuity of care, effective client communication and high clinical standards.
The hospital supports a varied caseload encompassing preventative medicine, diagnostics, day hospitalisation, dentistry and surgery, making this an attractive opportunity for veterinarians who enjoy remaining clinically engaged across multiple areas of general practice.
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive physical examinations and provide preventative veterinary care
Diagnose and treat diseases and medical conditions in small animal patients
Develop detailed problem lists, differential diagnoses and diagnostic plans
Interpret diagnostic results and create appropriate treatment plans
Manage patients requiring day hospitalisation
Coordinate referrals and transitions to overnight or specialist care when required
Maintain accurate and detailed electronic medical records
Communicate diagnoses, treatment recommendations and prognoses clearly with pet owners
Ensure appropriate follow-up of diagnostic testing and ongoing patient care
Participate in clinical rounds and patient handovers
Collaborate with fellow veterinarians and support team members
Share clinical knowledge and contribute to the development of the wider hospital team
Perform routine and more complex surgical procedures according to experience
Perform dental procedures, including simple and complex extractions, where appropriate
Maintain accurate controlled medication records in accordance with applicable regulations
Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school.
Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain, an active Kansas veterinary licence by their start date.
A current DEA licence and applicable controlled substance licensing will also be required, alongside USDA Category I accreditation or the ability to obtain this within two months of starting.
Experience with anaesthesia, routine soft tissue surgery and dentistry is preferred, including procedures such as canine and feline spays and neuters, mass removals and dental treatments.
The successful candidate should demonstrate strong clinical problem-solving abilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills and a compassionate approach to clients and patients.
Veterinarians should also enjoy working collaboratively and be willing to continue developing their clinical knowledge and skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $55,000 available
Schedule: Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling
Key advantages of the opportunity include:
Salary from $140,000 to $160,000 FTE
Sign-on bonus of up to $55,000
Flexible part-time schedule
Clinical autonomy over individual patient care
Support from experienced veterinary leadership
Collaborative multi-veterinarian environment
Exposure to a varied general practice caseload
Opportunities to perform surgery and dentistry
Comprehensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities
Structured clinical standards and support
Opportunities for continued learning and knowledge sharing
Strong emphasis on high-quality patient and client care
A specific salary range was not provided for this opportunity.
Apply Today
Veterinarians searching for Part-Time Veterinarian jobs in Derby, Kansas or flexible small animal veterinary opportunities in the Wichita area are encouraged to apply.
With flexible scheduling, up to a $55,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities across general medicine, surgery and dentistry, this role provides an attractive option for veterinarians seeking a rewarding position without committing to a traditional full-time schedule.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact:
John Read - CEO & Talent Acquisition Specialist
T: (214) 660-5515
E: john@supremesearchspecialists.com