Professional Services Veterinarian

FARM SYSTEMS • Sioux Center, IA

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About The Position

Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a motivated and passionate Professional Services Veterinarian to join our industry‑leading team delivering Advanced Reproductive Technologies to help clients achieve their breeding goals. Since 1980, our commitment to reproductive excellence and innovation has positioned us at the forefront of the industry.
Our veterinarians play a vital role in promoting genetic improvement and reproductive health in livestock, both on‑farm and in‑clinic. This team member will perform embryo transfer and ovum pickup procedures, support client breeding programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional service and outcomes.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain or currently hold: USDA–APHIS accreditation, Veterinary licensure in required states, American Embryo Transfer Association certification
• Ability to travel, including occasional overnight stays, with seasonal peaks (April–June, November–December).
• Ability to work extended days (up to 14 hours) during peak seasons.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Strong physical capability to repeatedly manipulate the bovine reproductive tract, with excellent coordination in back, shoulders, arms, and hands.

Responsibilities

• Perform conventional embryo flushes.
• Conduct ultrasound‑guided transvaginal ovum pickup for bovine IVF embryo production.
• Transfer bovine embryos both in the clinic and on client farms.
• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve farm biosecurity programs.
• Ensure herd health and SOP compliance for the export of bovine embryos.
• Conduct exams, diagnostic testing, and complete required documentation for interstate animal movement.
• Design and evaluate superovulation and synchronization protocols for donors and recipients.
• Use ultrasonography to assess pregnancy status, including: Fetal gender determinations in ET and IVF pregnancies. Fetal count and viability evaluations for clone or research embryo pregnancies.
• Perform rectal palpations to assess reproductive status of incoming and backgrounded recipient cows.
• Oversee preventative medicine, nutrition, reproductive programs, and overall herd health.
• Examine and treat sick donor and recipient cows and calves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree