Description
Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services - Newberg, Oregon
A place to build your career in equine medicine!
Oakhurst Equine Veterinary Services is looking for an equine associate veterinarian to join our established, privately owned practice in beautiful Newberg, Oregon, in the heart of Oregon wine country.
We have been serving horses and their owners for decades and have built our practice around long-standing client relationships, quality medicine, and a genuine commitment to the horses in our care.
We are looking for a veterinarian who enjoys working with horses, values good client relationships, and wants to be part of a team where colleagues work together and ask questions, share knowledge, and help one another succeed.
Whether you are finishing an internship or have several years of experience, we would love to hear from you.
What makes Oakhurst Different?
An established practice and client base. Join a well-known equine practice with decades of history and clients who value continuity of care.
A varied and rewarding caseload. Our ambulatory and farm-based practice offers opportunities to develop skills across general equine medicine, lameness, sports medicine, reproduction, dentistry, and other areas of equine practice.
Experienced colleagues. Work alongside veterinarians with extensive clinical experience and a willingness to share knowledge and discuss cases.
Room to develop your interests. Build confidence in general practice while developing particular areas of interest and clinical expertise.
A beautiful place to live and work. Our Newberg location offers the best of Oregon's Willamette Valley, with rolling countryside, farms, vineyards, and access to the Portland metropolitan area.
The Position:
The associate veterinarian will provide high-quality equine veterinary care through farm calls and practice-based services, develop strong client relationships, maintain thorough medical records, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
Responsibilities Include:
Routine and preventive equine care.
Medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.
Lameness examinations and sports medicine, depending on experience.
Emergency and urgent care as part of the practice's veterinary team.
Clear client communication, medical records, and timely completion of invoices and treatment notes.
Collaboration with fellow veterinarians and support staff.
We welcome applicants with different backgrounds and experience levels. We are interested in veterinarians who are curious, dependable, compassionate, and committed to continuing to learn.
Requirements
Job Requirements – Equine Associate Veterinarian
Required Qualifications:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary school.Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in the State of Oregon.
Strong interest in equine medicine and a commitment to high-quality patient care.
Good communication and interpersonal skills when working with clients, colleagues, and support staff.
Ability to work independently in the field while recognizing when consultation or additional support is appropriate.
Sound clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and willingness to seek guidance when needed.
Commitment to accurate medical records, timely completion of invoices, and clear communication of treatment plans and costs.
Professional, dependable, organized, and compassionate approach to patient care.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client farms and equine facilities.
Ability to safely handle and work around horses in a variety of farm and clinical settings.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of an equine internship or previous equine veterinary experience.
Experience in ambulatory equine practice, general medicine, preventive care, or emergency services.
Interest or experience in lameness, sports medicine, reproduction, dentistry, or other areas of equine specialty care.
Interest in continuing education, professional development, and building long-term client relationships.
Ability to work collaboratively within a veterinary team and contribute to a positive workplace.
Additional Position Expectations:
Participate in the practice's scheduled emergency and on-call rotation.
Maintain timely medical records, treatment notes, and billing.
Communicate professionally with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, follow-up care, and fees.
Work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff to provide consistent, high-quality care.
Maintain appropriate continuing education and professional development.
