Associate Veterinarian - Cold Spring Veterinary Clinic

Cold Spring Veterinary Clinic•Cold Spring, MN

3d•$115,000 - $130,000

About The Position

More about the Role We are growing our team at Cold Springs and welcome new grads! We are a multiple-doctor veterinary practice offering a wide variety of services for all animals, including exotics, birds, reptiles and pocket pets. We have been serving the central Minnesota area since 1951. It is our goal to provide the highest quality standards of care in a warm and friendly environment. We understand that your pet is a part of your family and we consider you to be part of ours. It is our priority to provide the finest medical, surgical, and dental care to our patients. It is our goal to assure that you, the owner, are well informed, involved, and comfortable with the decisions made regarding your pet’s care. Using state-of-the art equipment, keeping abreast of advances and technologies, and our kind, caring attitude is what separates us from the rest. At Cold Springs you can expect state of the art medical care for your pet. We believe in nurturing the human-pet bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and pets. You can expect to be greeted by a courteous receptionist, clean exam rooms, friendly doctors, and caring technicians. We appreciate the role we get to play in your pets’ health care.

Requirements

DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
Appropriate state licensure.
Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
Maintain patients’ medical records.
Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.