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We hire the brightest, most caring, and experienced veterinary professionals who truly love animals and understand the human-pet bond.

Join our veterinary team

What makes us different?

We’re creating a culture you’ll love working within:

  • We emphasize patient care, client care, AND team care. We call this our “circle of caring”: the better we support our teammates, the better we’ll care for our clients and patients.
  • You’ll be part of a team where your ideas are valued and your voice matters.
  • We strive for a work-life balance. Since we’re not open 24/7, you’ll get all the benefits of working at a specialty hospital with time to live life to its fullest.
  • We pay our team 30% above the market rate to attract the best of the best. Our pricing reflects our first-class skillset that translates into the best experience for your clients and patients.

What else?

We prioritize training in leadership, communication, and diversity to help us work together as a unit:

  • The Hospital Manager and Medical Director lead the team, foster good relationships, and mentor individual team members.
  • We embrace an open-door policy. Quarterly check-ins help us assess if each person’s needs are being met.
  • Each team member is encouraged to achieve their personal goals in education, career progression, and/or leadership.

We value JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, inclusion)

  • Our JEDI Mission Statement is: We believe each individual has unique needs and experiences. Our culture nurtures diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve our clients, patients, and communities by laying the groundwork to enhance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for our organization while promoting the best within each other.

Is there more? You bet.

  • Our team chooses which philanthropic activities we pursue, so there’s a personal connection to our pet nonprofits.
  • We onboard our new team members into the Mountain Star culture during 60 days of training to teach our style, expectations, and methodologies.
  • We support our team in continuing their veterinary education: our doctors attend conferences, and our hospital managers attend annual leadership and communication seminars. Vet Techs and Client Service Coordinators receive support that syncs with their personal needs and goals.
  • We’re focused on developing leaders within our organization. We love to promote from within.

I feel so taken care of at this hospital.

“I have worked at many vet hospitals, specialty and general practice over the past 13 years. Mountain Star has exceeded my expectations for what a healthy work environment should be. The culture is amazing, I am constantly learning and expanding my skills, compensation and benefits are fantastic, and I have 100% support from everyone. I am thrilled to have found a practice that truly understands that success comes from happy staff.”

Productive & Positive Work Environment

“Taking a position at MSVS has been such a positive experience. The team is all so kind, supportive and willing to share their knowledge. The atmosphere is very relaxed yet professional and everyone truly cares about the client and their pet. With the support and communication I receive from management helps me feel valued and respected as a team member.”

FANTASTIC culture, pay, and benefits

“A group of us opened this specialty ophthalmology and dermatology practice in the summer of 2022 and it has taken off! I feel supported and appreciated at Mountain Star, and am so happy to be in a small, privately-owned practice where my coworkers are really my Work Family, with no interpersonal drama. We work hard, do well, and have fun together. And the company shows their appreciation by allowing us to truly share in the success. Management ALWAYS thanks us for a job well done and pays us well.”

FANTASTIC culture, pay, and benefits

“A group of us opened this specialty ophthalmology and dermatology practice in the summer of 2022 and it has taken off! I feel supported and appreciated at Mountain Star, and am so happy to be in a small, privately-owned practice where my coworkers are really my Work Family, with no interpersonal drama. We work hard, do well, and have fun together. And the company shows their appreciation by allowing us to truly share in the success. Management ALWAYS thanks us for a job well done and pays us well.”

We want every team member to feel like they’re part of a bigger mission, feel empowered to carry out important tasks, develop their own skills, and achieve their own goals. We are always glad to accept resumes from enthusiastic people eager to join our team. Please submit your application below.

Ophthalmologist
A Mountain Star veterinarian acts according to the core ethical principle of the practice. We strive to treat others as we would want to be treated. “Others” are coworkers, clients, referring doctors, the larger community and of course our patients.

A Mountain Star veterinarian earns trust from others by behaving with integrity, competence, and benevolence.

Professional Experience / Skills

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to build long-term relationships
  • Willingness to learn management and leadership skills
  • Practical experience with client relations
  • Strong general medical and surgical experience

Personal Characteristics

  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • High energy, passion, and drive to be successful
  • Aptitude for technology
  • An entrepreneurial mindset
  • Ability to process and respond to all communication in a timely manner
  • Fast learner, able to multi-task and be flexible to change
  • Ability to think creatively and problem solve
  • Team player who can work effectively in a fast-growing, dynamic environment

Physical Requirements

  • Dependable attendance / presence at the hospital is a must
  • Allergies to animals must be controllable through medication
  • Moves equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Potentially subject to high noise levels, bites and scratches, and hazardous chemicals

Education

  • DVM or VMD
  • Board Certification in Ophthalmology

Compensation

  • Mountain Star offers a competitive salary and benefits package
  • 26% production; no negative accrual
  • Full-time benefits include 401K, health insurance, professional dues, DEA license, CE, professional liability. Some part-time benefits are available. Waiting period may apply.
  • No non-competition clause
Veterinary Care professional

Position Overview

At Mountain Star, Veterinary Technicians play a vital role in supporting our doctors and team members, delivering high-quality medicine efficiently and ensuring premium service for clients and patients.

Responsibilities

Veterinary Technicians are responsible for the following. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed.

Client Service, Clerical & Hospital Support

  • Check clients in and out for appointments, surgeries, and procedures
  • Support client education and foster a positive client experience through friendly, professional, and compassionate communication and customer service
  • Explain discharge instructions and conduct timely follow-up correspondence, client callbacks, and responses to questions by phone, email, and text
  • Receive and process client requests, prescription refill requests, and assist with scheduling follow-up appointments and procedures
  • Answer and direct multiple phone lines
  • Acquire, review, organize, and maintain patient records; create detailed patient histories; prepare and process scans, referral reports, and other medical documentation
  • Learn, utilize, and improve estimates, fee schedules, and other hospital resources and operational documents
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lobby, exam rooms, surgical areas, treatment areas, and client hospitality areas

Technical Service

  • Manage exam flow, including patient restraint
  • Calculate and administer anesthetic drugs to ensure safe and effective patient care
  • Monitor anesthesia and assist doctors during surgeries
  • Provide patient care and treatments
  • Prepare testing for in-house or referral laboratories
  • Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Verify and fill patient prescriptions
  • Provide urgent care during emergencies
  • Clean, maintain, and care for equipment

Professional Experience / Skills

  • 5+ years of technician experience preferred
  • Comfortable with anesthesia monitoring
  • Consistent phlebotomy skills
  • Comfortable with computers and other technology
  • Experience with EzyVet software is beneficial

Personal Characteristics

  • Enjoys building client relationships and educating clients
  • Demonstrates compassion toward animals, clients, and coworkers
  • Is energetic, motivated, and passionate about veterinary medicine, patient care, and client service
  • Learns quickly, multitasks effectively, and adapts to changing priorities
  • Thinks creatively and solves problems effectively
  • Communicates effectively, professionally, kindly, and empathetically in a variety of situations
  • Great attention to detail
  • Takes initiative and is willing to help where needed
  • Is comfortable learning and using technology
  • Is open to learning and receiving constructive feedback
  • Team player who can work effectively in a fast-growing, dynamic environment

Things You Need to Know

  • Dependable attendance required
  • Must be able to work shifts that support hospital business hours and until all patients have been discharged
  • Two schedules are available: one position supports the entire Dermatology department and works five days per week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the other serves as the dedicated technician for our new dermatologist and works four 10-hour shifts per week, including a couple of Saturdays each month
  • Potentially subject to high noise levels, bites, scratches, and hazardous chemicals
  • Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Animal allergies must be controllable through appropriate medication

Compensation

  • Pay range: $25-$30 per hour
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employer-paid short-term disability
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Discounted veterinary and boarding services
  • Employee Assistance Program and more
  • Some benefits are available to part-time team members
  • Benefits waiting period is 61 days
Client Service Coordinators

Position Overview

At Mountain Star, Client Service Coordinators (CSC) are responsible for driving the flow of the hospital by coordinating patient care in a friendly and efficient manner that ensures excellent service to our clients and patients. You will report to the hospital leadership team – the Hospital Manager and Medical Director. Your work will directly support your peers, leadership team, and hospital goals.

Responsibilities

CSCs are responsible for the following tasks. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed.

Client Care:

  • Schedule appointments, surgeries, and procedures
  • Register new clients
  • Check clients in and out for appointments, surgeries, and procedures
  • Confirm patient appointments
  • Prepare next day surgery and treatment documents
  • Provide exemplary communication and customer service
  • Conduct follow up correspondence
  • Receive and process client requests and prescription refill requests
  • Foster an educational experience for the client
  • Go over estimates, discharge instructions, and invoices

Clerical/Technical Skills:

  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Answer and direct multiple phone lines
  • Ensure cleanliness of hospital
  • Turn over exam rooms throughout the day
  • Prepare/process scans and referral reports
  • Learn and utilize estimates, fee schedule, and other operational documents
  • Respond to emails in a professional, timely manner
  • Prepare and process scans and referral reports
  • Ensure cleanliness of lobby, exam rooms, and client hospitality station
  • Provide cleaning and maintenance of office equipment
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Provide cleaning and maintenance for medical and office equipment
  • Keep up with social media-worthy patients/cases
  • Taking histories (and starting them in the computer for derm team)
  • Turn over exam rooms throughout the day

Professional Experience / Skills

  • 7+ years of reception or customer service experience
  • Experience valued but not required. Advancement opportunities available!
  • Passion for building relationships and educating
  • Compassion toward animals and people
  • High energy and drive to be successful
  • Fast learner, able to multi-task and be flexible to change
  • Ability to innovate and problem solve
  • Team player who can work effectively in a fast growing, dynamic environment
  • Effective communicator in a variety of situations
  • ·Great attention to detail
  • Comfortable with computers and other technology
  • Experience with EzyVet software is beneficial
  • Veterinary clinic experience is beneficial, but we are always willing to train the right person
  • Must be open to learning
  • Strong communication and multitasking skills

Personal Characteristics

  • Strong enjoyment of client relationships and education
  • Compassion toward animals and people
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • High energy, passion, and drive to be successful
  • Aptitude for technology, or willingness to learn
  • Ability to process and respond to all communication
  • Fast learner, able to multitask and adapt to change
  • Ability to think creatively and solve problems
  • Team player who can work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Effective communicator in various situations
  • Dependable attendance is required
  • Must be able to work shifts that support hospital business hours and until all patients have been discharged
  • Great attention to detail

Compensation

  • Pay range: $25-$30 per hour
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employer-paid short-term disability
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Discounted veterinary and boarding services
  • Employee Assistance Program and more
  • Some benefits are available to part-time team members
  • Benefits waiting period is 61 days
Dermatologist
A Mountain Star veterinarian acts according to the core ethical principle of the practice. We strive to treat others as we would want to be treated. “Others” are coworkers, clients, referring doctors, the larger community and of course our patients.

A Mountain Star veterinarian earns trust from others by behaving with integrity, competence, and benevolence.

Professional Experience / Skills

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to build long-term relationships
  • Willingness to learn management and leadership skills
  • Practical experience with client relations
  • Strong general medical and surgical experience

Personal Characteristics

  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • High energy, passion, and drive to be successful
  • Aptitude for technology
  • An entrepreneurial mindset
  • Ability to process and respond to all communication in a timely manner
  • Fast learner, able to multi-task and be flexible to change
  • Ability to think creatively and problem solve
  • Team player who can work effectively in a fast-growing, dynamic environment

Physical Requirements

  • Dependable attendance / presence at the hospital is a must
  • Allergies to animals must be controllable through medication
  • Moves equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Potentially subject to high noise levels, bites and scratches, and hazardous chemicals

Education

  • DVM or VMD
  • Board Certification in Dermatology

Compensation

  • Mountain Star offers a competitive salary and benefits package
  • 26% production; no negative accrual
  • Full-time benefits include 401K, health insurance, professional dues, DEA license, CE, professional liability. Some part-time benefits are available. Waiting period may apply.
  • No non-competition clause

Learn more here

CREDENTIALED Veterinary Technician

Position Overview

At Mountain Star, Veterinary Technicians play a vital role in supporting our doctors and team members, delivering high-quality medicine efficiently and ensuring premium service for clients and patients.

Responsibilities

Veterinary Technicians are responsible for the following. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed.

Client Service, Clerical & Hospital Support

  • Check clients in and out for appointments, surgeries, and procedures
  • Support client education and foster a positive client experience through friendly, professional, and compassionate communication and customer service
  • Explain discharge instructions and conduct timely follow-up correspondence, client callbacks, and responses to questions by phone, email, and text
  • Receive and process client requests, prescription refill requests, and assist with scheduling follow-up appointments and procedures
  • Answer and direct multiple phone lines
  • Acquire, review, organize, and maintain patient records; create detailed patient histories; prepare and process scans, referral reports, and other medical documentation
  • Learn, utilize, and improve estimates, fee schedules, and other hospital resources and operational documents
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lobby, exam rooms, surgical areas, treatment areas, and client hospitality areas

Technical Service

  • Manage exam flow, including patient restraint
  • Calculate and administer anesthetic drugs to ensure safe and effective patient care
  • Monitor anesthesia and assist doctors during surgeries
  • Provide patient care and treatments
  • Prepare testing for in-house or referral laboratories
  • Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Verify and fill patient prescriptions
  • Provide urgent care during emergencies
  • Clean, maintain, and care for equipment

Professional Experience / Skills

  • 5+ years of technician experience preferred
  • Comfortable with anesthesia monitoring
  • Consistent phlebotomy skills
  • Comfortable with computers and other technology
  • Experience with EzyVet software is beneficial

Personal Characteristics

  • Enjoys building client relationships and educating clients
  • Demonstrates compassion toward animals, clients, and coworkers
  • Is energetic, motivated, and passionate about veterinary medicine, patient care, and client service
  • Learns quickly, multitasks effectively, and adapts to changing priorities
  • Thinks creatively and solves problems effectively
  • Communicates effectively, professionally, kindly, and empathetically in a variety of situations
  • Great attention to detail
  • Takes initiative and is willing to help where needed
  • Is comfortable learning and using technology
  • Is open to learning and receiving constructive feedback
  • Team player who can work effectively in a fast-growing, dynamic environment

Things You Need to Know

  • Dependable attendance required
  • Must be able to work shifts that support hospital business hours and until all patients have been discharged
  • Two schedules are available: one position supports the entire Dermatology department and works five days per week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the other serves as the dedicated technician for our new dermatologist and works four 10-hour shifts per week, including a couple of Saturdays each month
  • Potentially subject to high noise levels, bites, scratches, and hazardous chemicals
  • Must be able to move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Animal allergies must be controllable through appropriate medication

Compensation

  • Pay range: $27-$30 per hour
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employer-paid short-term disability
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Discounted veterinary and boarding services
  • Employee Assistance Program and more
  • Some benefits are available to part-time team members
  • Benefits waiting period is 61 days

 

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