Associate Veterinarian | Davis Pet Hospital

Davis Pet Hospital•Collinsville, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Davis Pet Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital offering wellness care, surgery, internal medicine, hospitalization, and dental care. As one of the few AAHA-accredited clinics in the area, their team of veterinarians and support staff adhere to the highest standards of facility and pet care. Davis Pet Hospital in Collinsville, IL, is adding another veterinarian to its AAHA-accredited practice. The team currently consists of 5 veterinarians with many combined years of experience, supported by 4 CVT's and 3 CVT's in training. The technicians are extremely competent and well utilized for monitoring anesthesia, catheter placement, radiographs, blood draws, and more. The team is cohesive, compassionate, and allows each other to practice the best medicine. They are confident that any new veterinarian will flourish as a part of their team, and welcome doctors of all experience levels, offering mentoring for new graduates. The busy practice will ensure a steady and versatile caseload. For doctors with a surgical interest, the surgical caseload consists of routine soft tissue, simple fracture repair, emergency surgery (c-section, pyometra, foreign body), cruciate repairs, splenectomies, cystotomies, and more. If you are looking to contribute to top-of-the-line small animal care, you are encouraged to apply. Collinsville is located in Southern Illinois, just outside of St. Louis, known for its famously recognized water tower resembling a catsup bottle. The area is a historical destination with the Cahokia Mounds and hosts the largest annual Italian festival in the Midwest, along with the International Horseradish festival and Smokin’ on Main barbecue festival. Collinsville is also home to a unique culinary scene and great breweries.

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.