Associate Veterinarian

Nemacolin Career•Farmington, PA

19d

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Here at Nemacolin, our associates know to “Expect the Unexpected” – You have come across the career opportunity where entertainment and excitement are the job description. This position must be committed to making every experience memorable all while having fun and relishing the incredible atmosphere of the resort. As a Veterinarian, you will be responsible for developing an environment that creates excitement for internal and external guests. This individual leads, develops and supports the veterinarian team – including Veterinary Technicians and support staff. The Veterinarian also has the ability to exercise good judgement in a variety of situations - utilizing strong written and verbal communication skills while balancing multiple competing priorities. This position is requiring the Veterinarian to work Monday-Friday with knowing these hours could change to weekend hours and/or on-call. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.) Deliver internal and external guest service the Nemacolin way. Goes above and beyond – whether for an associate or guest. Drives the culture and delivery of quality care to ensure every pet receives consistent care aligning with our domains of quality (staff, effective, patient/client centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care). Deliver the highest level of veterinary care to every pet in a professional and ethical manner, while ensuring that the client and their pet have an exceptional experience. Live and exemplify the guiding principles of Nemacolin Resort Inc. within self and team. Establish trust and gain the confidence and compliance of clients through effectively delivering appropriate preventive care, performing complete diagnostic workups, developing thorough treatment plans, communicating home care instructions, and planning followâup visits. Perform regular hospital inspections and quality audits to ensure hospital compliance with industry, regulatory and Nemacolin quality standards while building associate veterinarian technician and staff engagement. Develop associates and coach new hires to deliver an exceptional on-boarding and mentorship experience. Deliver veterinary quality KPIs to support the hospital, market, and practice revenue goals. Perform clinical skill and leadership competency development of veterinary team to deliver high quality medical care and outstanding client service. Advocate for preventive care and adoption of wellness plans. Assimilate information gathered through effective history taking, physical examination and diagnostic workup to arrive at an appropriate and effective clinical decision. Support the veterinary hospital team through the daily schedule and caseload, delegating tasks to paraprofessionals and improving hospital efficiency. Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws, along with appropriate medical record documentation. Address and resolve client concerns arising from the medical care of a pet. Work well with hospital team, enjoying being a member of the larger veterinary community/profession. Develop strong lasting relationships with clients. Partner with hospital leadership and office manager to design a career development plan which may include medical, surgical, communication and leadership skills. Strive to achieve performance metrics outlined by supervising team. Demonstrate integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors. Practice evidenceâbased medicine and preventive care when data or guidelines exist, using sound judgment when they do not. Perform all basic surgeries with appropriate anesthesia, monitoring and pain management. Educate clients and hospital associates to improve their level of knowledge about veterinary care and husbandry. Actively participate in local, state, and national veterinary organizations to cultivate relationships within the veterinary profession (i.e., regulatory boards, vendors, associations, and referral hospitals) to promote Wooflands Veterinary Center’s brand reputation. Ensure hospital operations meet all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements including but not limited to compliance with controlled substance management and radiation safety. Charge for services rendered and products/prescriptions dispensed. Constantly strive to enhance medical quality, hospital efficiency and hospital profitability. Mentor veterinary student externs. Directly reports to the Director of Animal Life Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VDM)
Licenses: State Veterinary Board and DEA registration required prior to start date.
Five (5) plus years of related veterinary experience.
Ability to complete skill testing with near perfect scores.
Knowledge of and ability to operate Microsoft Office Programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
Independently initiates, follows-up on, and complete assignments as well as special projects.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to effectively perform multiple tasks.
Ability to interface professionally with business contacts and customers.
Demonstrates interpersonal sound judgment and decision-making skills in directing administrative tasks, using discretion when necessary, understanding the potential impact on the department.

Responsibilities

Deliver internal and external guest service the Nemacolin way.
Goes above and beyond – whether for an associate or guest.
Drives the culture and delivery of quality care to ensure every pet receives consistent care aligning with our domains of quality (staff, effective, patient/client centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care).
Deliver the highest level of veterinary care to every pet in a professional and ethical manner, while ensuring that the client and their pet have an exceptional experience.
Live and exemplify the guiding principles of Nemacolin Resort Inc. within self and team.
Establish trust and gain the confidence and compliance of clients through effectively delivering appropriate preventive care, performing complete diagnostic workups, developing thorough treatment plans, communicating home care instructions, and planning followâup visits.
Perform regular hospital inspections and quality audits to ensure hospital compliance with industry, regulatory and Nemacolin quality standards while building associate veterinarian technician and staff engagement.
Develop associates and coach new hires to deliver an exceptional on-boarding and mentorship experience.
Deliver veterinary quality KPIs to support the hospital, market, and practice revenue goals.
Perform clinical skill and leadership competency development of veterinary team to deliver high quality medical care and outstanding client service.
Advocate for preventive care and adoption of wellness plans.
Assimilate information gathered through effective history taking, physical examination and diagnostic workup to arrive at an appropriate and effective clinical decision.
Support the veterinary hospital team through the daily schedule and caseload, delegating tasks to paraprofessionals and improving hospital efficiency.
Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws, along with appropriate medical record documentation.
Address and resolve client concerns arising from the medical care of a pet.
Work well with hospital team, enjoying being a member of the larger veterinary community/profession.
Develop strong lasting relationships with clients.
Partner with hospital leadership and office manager to design a career development plan which may include medical, surgical, communication and leadership skills.
Strive to achieve performance metrics outlined by supervising team.
Demonstrate integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors.
Practice evidenceâbased medicine and preventive care when data or guidelines exist, using sound judgment when they do not.
Perform all basic surgeries with appropriate anesthesia, monitoring and pain management.
Educate clients and hospital associates to improve their level of knowledge about veterinary care and husbandry.
Actively participate in local, state, and national veterinary organizations to cultivate relationships within the veterinary profession (i.e., regulatory boards, vendors, associations, and referral hospitals) to promote Wooflands Veterinary Center’s brand reputation.
Ensure hospital operations meet all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements including but not limited to compliance with controlled substance management and radiation safety.
Charge for services rendered and products/prescriptions dispensed.
Constantly strive to enhance medical quality, hospital efficiency and hospital profitability.
Mentor veterinary student externs.
Directly reports to the Director of Animal Life
Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

Attractive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal hours
Family medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Employee and educational assistance program
Up to 40% off Retail, Spa, Activities, Food and Beverage at the Resort
On-site uniform and dry-cleaning services
Discounted meals during breaks in associate break areas
Wisteria Associate Community
Wisteria is Nemacolin’s way of showing our appreciation to our associates. This neighborhood is exclusive to associates and contains a Pub, Market, and Fitness Center. As a member of Team Nemacolin, you’ll enjoy these exclusive amenities.
Associate Recognition programs
Nemacolin realizes that our associates help to set us apart from other organizations in the industry through their commitment to providing exceptional service and their ability to consistently exceed guests’ expectations.
Nemacolin promotes a culture of continuous learning for our associates. We are strongly committed to comprehensive professional development programs:
Opportunities for advancement – At Nemacolin, we encourage our associates to grow within the organization and gain experience in a variety of departments to better understand the hospitality industry. Nemacolin prides itself on promoting from within the organization, and many of our upper-level managers began in entry-level positions and advanced into their current roles.
Mentoring and coaching programs – As a new associate, we provide a level of mentoring that is best suited to you to enhance your growth and career interests, while sharing knowledge, advice, and encouragement along the way.