Veterinary Ophthalmologist
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- Full-Time · on-site
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- Not specified
- Weekends
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Job Description
MedVet Commerce is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join our collaborative specialty and emergency care team in Commerce, Michigan. This is an exciting opportunity to develop ophthalmology services within a well-established hospital serving patients, pet owners, and referring veterinarians throughout Southeast Michigan.
Why MedVet Commerce?
MedVet Commerce is a busy emergency and specialty hospital providing advanced veterinary care to more than 10,000 patients each year. The hospital offers 24/7 emergency care along with specialty services in Critical Care, Neurology & Neurosurgery, and Surgery, creating strong opportunities for collaboration and management of complex, multisystem cases.
As an Ophthalmologist at MedVet Commerce, you will have the opportunity to build and grow an ophthalmology service while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team. MedVet's broader ophthalmology network provides access to colleagues across the organization and a culture focused on collaboration, advanced medicine, and shared expertise.
What We're Looking For
- Board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Ophthalmologist
- Current ophthalmology residents are encouraged to apply
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client communication
- Interest in collaborating with Emergency, Critical Care, Neurology, Surgery, and referring veterinary partners
- Desire to develop and grow ophthalmology services at MedVet Commerce
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach to specialty medicine
Why Join MedVet?
MedVet is a veterinarian-founded, owned, and led organization focused on providing exceptional emergency and specialty care. Our specialists work within a collaborative environment where clinicians across disciplines can partner on complex cases and share expertise.
As part of MedVet, you will have access to a broad network of veterinary specialists, clinical resources, continuing education, and opportunities for professional growth. For an Ophthalmologist interested in building a service, MedVet Commerce offers the opportunity to establish ophthalmology within an existing specialty and emergency hospital while benefiting from the resources and support of the larger MedVet organization.
Life in Commerce
Commerce Township offers a suburban setting in Southeast Michigan with convenient access to the greater Detroit metropolitan area. The area is known for its many lakes, parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities while providing access to the dining, entertainment, professional sports, cultural attractions, and amenities of Metro Detroit.
For more information about MedVet, please visit our website at www.medvet.com or to submit a confidential CV, email Erika Allen at erika.allen@medvet.com.
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Come as you are. MedVet is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all team members. You can count on us to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all team members and applicants. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, training, and overall experience and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
The Veterinary Ophthalmologist will build and grow ophthalmology services within the MedVet Commerce hospital. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex, multisystem cases and provide exceptional patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must be a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Ophthalmologist. A commitment to exceptional patient care, strong client communication, and a collaborative approach to specialty medicine is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Ophthalmology Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 72% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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