Scout for the Summer | Wheaton, IL Locum DVM
About The Position
Scout Veterinary Urgent Care offers same-day and next-day urgent care appointments, bridging the gap between routine primary care and emergency services. This veterinarian will primarily support the Wheaton clinic, managing approximately 10-18 patients daily. Cases range from routine last-minute care to more intricate cases requiring in-house diagnostics, treatments, and nursing care, with a focus on true urgent care and stable emergencies. The clinic is equipped with a full in-house diagnostic lab, digital radiology, and ultrasound. AI-enabled scribe access and robust communication channels are provided. Scout fosters strong relationships with referral partners to ensure comprehensive care for pets. The role involves 10-hour shifts (9:45 AM - 8 PM), with clinics open 7 days a week. There are 14 open shifts available through the end of August, with potential for a full-time relief position starting in September. Local Chicagoland candidates seeking consistent, flexible work are preferred.
Requirements
- Licensed DVM in Illinois
- 2+ years of experience in small animal general practice or emergency medicine
- Detail oriented
- Well-organized
- Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communicator
- Positive, can-do attitude
- Willing to engage in judgement free dialog to foster a culture of psychological safety
- Takes medical excellence very seriously AND knows there is more to life than work
Nice To Haves
- Completion of 1 year rotating small animal internship desired
- Strong preference for local Chicagoland candidates
- Available to take on relief shifts long-term
Responsibilities
- Deliver superior medicine and an excellent customer experience
- Oversee patient triage and evaluation
- Provide examination, diagnostic recommendations, and treatment to scheduled and walk-in appointments
- Provide clear, transparent, and prompt communication with clients and referral partners regarding patient status, diagnostic and treatment plans, estimates, and follow-up care
- Stabilize patients for transfer to a local emergency/specialty hospital, as needed
- Develop follow up plans with patient’s primary care veterinarian as needed
- Maintenance of referral relationships via communication with care partners
Benefits
- AI enable scribe access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
