Pocatello, Idaho, is one of the best kept secrets in the West with ski hills in every direction and outdoor activities right in your backyard. Locals live an active lifestyle and its proximity to Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City, and ice blue alpine lakes, are reasons it’s known as the “Gateway to the Northwest.” The Pocatello/Chubbuck area is a community of with all the rewards of a bigger city, while maintaining the small-town feel, with a population around 70,000.
For those looking to discover the hidden beauty of Idaho and make Pocatello their new home, Community Animal Hospital is searching for a Medical Director to lead our team.
The role:
As our Medical Director, you’ll step into an AAHA-Accredited team that is well-versed, well-educated, motivated and confident to perform tasks. Our Hospital Manager happily handles scheduling and day-to-day operations so that you can focus on medical care and elevating our companion animal services. We’re searching for an experienced doctor who will take active measures to bond with our team, and in return, we’re happy to follow your guidance and support your special interests, whatever those may be—
An inside look at our hospital:
Our Hospital is centrally located in Pocatello and easily accessible from all directions. To take a virtual tour and see the team in action, click here: https://qrco.de/bdhiGd
Digital rads
PennHIP Trained Staff
IDEXX lab, including SediVue
Stem Cell and PRP
Companion LaserFull dental suite
Fully fenced in yard
Full staff kitchen and lounge
Office and cat boarding building separate from the main facility, located right next door
Separate comfort room for euthanasia and on-site crematory
Electronic recordkeeping (Cornerstone) with computers in every exam room
Our commitment to work/life balance:
We believe in providing our staff a happy work life so they have time to enjoy a happy home life. We work hard to accommodate vacations, children, appointments, and prior responsibilities so that our team can enjoy time away from the hospital.
The Community culture:
We consider ourselves a tribe, working together toward a common goal. Our team members enjoy working together and will often spend time together outside of work. We make work fun and enjoyable! We enjoy being active in community events! Additionally, we’re happy to our local animal shelter.
The good stuff (aka our benefits package):
Competitive base (with equity incentives)
No negative accrual, plus production pay
$100,000 bonus program
Relocation / housing assistance
Medical, dental, and vision (with HSA option)
401(k) options
Annual CE allowance
Parental leave / bonding time
Professional development assistance
Personal pet discounts
Paid license renewal fees and membership dues
AVMA PLIT coverage
Charity donation or sponsorship to a cause you care about
National Park pass / ski pass
Plus much more!
How will we encourage your growth?
We’re dedicated to lifelong learning and are a great place tobuild deep working relationships with our team and advance your veterinary skills/knowledge. We also established a mentorship program for doctors who are interested in serving as a mentor to new graduates. Additionally, our team has access to a talented Medical Advisory Board, monthly DVM rounds with an internal medicine specialist, and dentistry training courtesy of a board-certified dental surgeon.
Outdoor paradise is calling your name!
In Pocatello, there are abundant hiking, climbing, skiing, paddling, and cycling opportunities—many of them minutes from your backdoor! Pocatello offers world-class outdoor fun and our community is working hard to incorporate more outdoor recreation and wellness opportunities (like the new amphitheater for concerts or the local swimming areas). Aside from spending time outside, this beautiful part of Southeastern Idaho offers affordable living, great restaurants, is within a few hours’ drive to countless attractions, and ultimately is an excellent place to raise a family. There is an abundance of shopping at locally owned specialty shops and fine dining in our Historic Downtown, including our farmer’s market. Pocatello is also home to the Idaho State University (Go Bengals!) which offers numerous family-friendly activities!
This isn’t too good to be true! Take the next step by applying today!
CAH offers high quality and compassionate veterinary medicine, surgery, dentistry, boarding, and emergency services to our community’s companion animals. With a focus on building relationships with our patients, clients, team members, and our community, our tightly knit team provides superior care while upholding our AAHA-accreditation.
