Associate Veterinarian

Animal Health Partners•Las Vegas, NV

57d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our team on a full-time basis. This role is ideal for a growing veterinarian who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative work environment. We offer a competitive compensation package and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, with no after-hours emergencies, on-calls, or overnights.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) or equivalent degree.
License in good standing with the Nevada state veterinary board.
Nevada Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substances and Dispensing Licenses.
DEA Licenses.
Ability to bend, stand, stoop, squat, kneel, walk, sit, talk, and listen.
Ability to work in a bent position.
Ability to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
Ability to use strength or agility in capturing and restraining stronger, more active animals.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to handle dogs weighing up to and over 150 lbs.
Follow federal and state animal health laws and regulations including OSHA and DEA.
Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of veterinary medicine and science.
Knowledge of procedures for receiving, treating, and scheduling patients, ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests.
Ability to read and interpret documents, including federal and state regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, medical texts.
Ability to write reports and correspondences.
Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment including sterilization techniques.
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and deformities.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services.
Knowledge of the English language, spelling, and meaning of commonly used terminology of veterinary medicine.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to speak with clients and to hear and observe patients to elicit information, describe changes, and perceive nonverbal communications.
Sufficient motor function to elicit information from patients by palpation, auscultation, percussion, and other diagnostic maneuvers.
Ability to execute motor activities reasonably required to provide general care and safe restraint, perform diagnostic procedures, and provide emergency treatment to patients.
Mental and emotional health required for full utilization of intellectual abilities, good judgment, prompt completion of responsibilities, and development of mature, sensitive, and effective relationships.
Good judgment in patient assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic planning.
Critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment, and decision-making skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Commitment to the mission of PetMedic Hospitals.
Active listening skills.
Ability to work well with all employees.
Ability to work independently and accept direction.

Nice To Haves

Associate Veterinarian (DVM)

Responsibilities

Perform primary duties satisfactorily.
Diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and deformities in animals.
Provide preventive health-care measures.
Receive, treat, and schedule patients.
Order medical supplies and request laboratory tests.
Record results of tests and file veterinary medical reports.
Obtain and enter client information.
Order laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Receive and send messages.
Communicate effectively, efficiently, and sensitively with patients, owners, peers, and team members.
Practice the highest standard of medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethics.
Work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction.
Monitor and assess performance of self, other individuals, or the practice to make improvements or take corrective action.
Teach others how to perform a task.
Actively look for ways to help others.
Deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people.
Work under the direct guidance and supervision of the Medical Director.