Veterinarian

Overview

Locum Veterinarian. Hourly rates ranging from $130 to $160 an hour.

• Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records.
• Educate clients about preventative care, pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventative care for the wellness needs of pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of pets.
• Effectively communicate diagnosis and treatment plan to the veterinary medical team and client.
• Ensure local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log.
• Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Capabilities and Experience (can do) — Ability to multi-task; manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.
• Communication skills — Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational ability — Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments with clarity and order.
• Surgical skills — Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries with standard medical instruments and equipment.
• Problem solving skills — Identifies, analyzes and solves problems with practical solutions.
• Client service skills — Provides attentive, courteous and informative service, aiming for high client satisfaction.
• Intellectual ability — Follows instructions accurately and can provide directions.
• Compassionate commitment to Pet care — Advocates for the pet, presents treatment recommendations and discusses fees with clients responsibly.
• Mathematical ability — Performs basic arithmetic and unit conversions as needed.
• Computer skills — Uses computer and software (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
• Management ability — Enforces policies, maintains productivity and morale, and supports performance management.

• Initiative — Takes on responsibilities and contributes ideas to improve processes.
• Integrity — Maintains ethical standards and discretion.
• Cooperativeness — Works with others and shares information.
• Flexibility — Adapts to changing situations and tasks.
• Independence — Works with minimal supervision.
• Tolerance for Stress / Resilience — Maintains composure and a positive attitude under pressure.

• Ability to be confident around pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.).
• May require more than 40 hours per week, including weekends and evenings.
• English language proficiency for reading, writing and speaking.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.
• Ability to follow written, oral or diagram instructions and solve problems with multiple variables.
• Ambulatory requirements to perform duties at the hospital; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Hand-eye coordination and visual acuity to operate equipment and computers.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and focus.
• Exposure to pets that may bite or scratch; potential exposure to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and controlled substances.
• Minimal travel may be required for vendor visits or associate education.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board.
• License with the Drug Enforcement Administration required.
• Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries with standard instruments and equipment.

WE ARE A DRUG–FREE, SMOKE–FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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