Livestock Staff Veterinarian (Idaho)

Simplot•Grand View, ID

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. SummaryProvide expert veterinary consultation and production management guidance to beef and dairy producers across the Northwest region. Serve as a trusted advisor to customers by developing, implementing, and evaluating effective herd health and nutrition protocols that drive animal well‑being, productivity, and compliance. This role partners closely with producers, veterinary specialists, and internal teams to support herd management strategies, disease prevention, vaccination programs, and nutritional solutions. The position participates in management and producer meetings, provides on‑site consultation, and supports regulatory compliance while strengthening long‑standing customer relationships.

Requirements

3–5 years of related veterinary experience, ideally supporting beef and dairy production systems
Extensive working knowledge of beef and dairy cattle health, nutrition, and production practices
Strong understanding of federal and state regulations related to animal health and food production
Knowledge of state and federal regulations as they apply to the beef cattle industry.
Ability to develop and evaluate animal health programs including pest control, vaccinations, and trials of new products, drugs, and feed
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Licensed by the Idaho Board of Veterinary Medicine
Idaho Board of Pharmacy registration
FDA Controlled Substance Registration

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain strong Veterinarian–Client–Patient Relationships (VCPR) to prescribe animal health products and medicated feed
Build trusted, communicative relationships with customers, jointly assuming responsibility for sound medical and nutritional decision‑making
Develop on‑site knowledge of customer operations, including breeding, weaning, calving, feeding, and overall production practices
Review and evaluate herd health and treatment records to provide practical recommendations on: low‑stress handling, disease prevention and biosecurity, vaccination and treatment protocols, product efficacy and cost/benefit analysis
Provide input and consultation to support strategies that improve herd health outcomes, vaccination success, and treatment effectiveness
Strengthen and support Simplot Western Stockmen’s existing customer relationships through ongoing veterinary guidance
Write prescriptions and provide guidance on appropriate medication use
Offer nutritional insight and product recommendations, including SWS minerals, proteins, and supplements
Partner with SWS sales and management teams to support future growth strategies and expand veterinary networks
Develop and deliver foundational training for SWS staff (e.g., Animal Health 101, production life cycle education)
Participate in SWS retail store events by providing education, presentations, and technical support to producers and walk‑in customers
Support customers, retail teams, and sales representatives via phone, Microsoft Teams, and in‑person consultation
Share and reinforce high‑level protocols and recommendations from Simplot’s Director of Veterinary Research
Organize and support educational opportunities for producers, including tech bulletins, educational meetings, and producer events
Investigate and troubleshoot unusual issues such as feed contamination, health anomalies, or increased condemnation rates
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations