Veterinarian – St. Louis, Missouri
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Veterinarian in St. Louis, Missouri, working exclusively in urgent care within a modern, well-equipped veterinary hospital.
This role is ideal for veterinarians who enjoy a fast-paced clinical environment without the demands of routine wellness appointments or overnight emergency work. The practice focuses on treating common urgent care cases for dogs and cats, allowing veterinarians to provide high-quality medicine while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.
The position offers a flexible compensation package, flexible scheduling, comprehensive benefits, and personalised mentorship to support career development.
About the Practice
This established urgent care provider bridges the gap between daytime general practice and emergency hospitals by delivering convenient after-hours care for companion animals.
The practice operates single-doctor shifts, supported by an experienced technical team, enabling veterinarians to focus on patient care in a collaborative and efficient environment.
Each paperless hospital is purpose-built for urgent care and features advanced technology, including:
Cloud-based electronic medical records
Digital radiography
Comprehensive in-house IDEXX laboratory equipment
Modern, newly built facilities
The practice follows Fear Free principles and is recognised as a Feline Friendly environment, prioritising low-stress handling and compassionate patient care.
Responsibilities
The Veterinarian will be responsible for:
Providing urgent medical care for canine and feline patients
Managing a varied caseload of urgent care appointments and routine soft tissue procedures
Treating cases including wounds, ear infections, vomiting, diarrhoea, minor illnesses, injuries, and end-of-life care
Building strong relationships with clients through compassionate communication
Collaborating with veterinary nurses, support staff, and leadership
Supporting the growth and development of veterinary team members through mentorship and training
Maintaining accurate medical records using a paperless clinical system
Delivering high-quality patient care while promoting a positive team culture
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited university or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE programme
Eligibility to obtain or maintain veterinary licensure in Missouri
Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
A collaborative approach to veterinary medicine
A passion for delivering compassionate urgent care
Commitment to maintaining high clinical standards and ongoing professional development
This opportunity welcomes both experienced veterinarians and newer graduates looking to develop their skills within a supportive urgent care environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Flexible compensation package (salary ranging from $145,000 to $165,000)
Flexible schedule with swing and second shifts available
Urgent care only – no routine wellness appointments
No abdominal surgeries
Paid continuing education allowance and CE days
Paid state veterinary licensing fees
Paid AVMA and state association membership dues
Professional liability insurance provided
Additional holiday pay for holiday shifts
Optional ProSal compensation with no negative accrual
Healthcare benefits and retirement plan with employer match
Three weeks of paid time off
Paid parental leave and paid maternity leave
Annual work-life balance day
Personalised one-to-one mentorship
Internal veterinarian collaboration and consultation platforms
Significantly discounted veterinary care for personal pets
Strong technical team support
Modern purpose-built veterinary hospitals
Apply Today
If you are a Veterinarian seeking urgent care veterinarian jobs in St. Louis, Missouri, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team offering flexible scheduling, modern facilities, and a strong commitment to professional development and work-life balance.
Apply today to take the next step in your veterinary career.
Contact:
John Read - CEO & Talent Acquisition Specialist
T: (214) 660-5515
E: john@supremesearchspecialists.com