Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital

189d • $150 - $170

About The Position

The primary purpose and function of the Locum Veterinarian is to provide preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of Pets. This role involves ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile, and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. The veterinarian will obtain relevant information and history from clients, maintain proper and complete medical records, and educate clients about preventative care, pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services, and other related information. The position requires effective communication of diagnosis and treatment plans to the veterinary medical team and clients, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log. Other job duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board.
• License with the Drug Enforcement Agency required.
• Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple tasks under distracting conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational ability and systematic approach in carrying out assignments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate problems into practical solutions.
• Client service skills and ability to provide attentive, courteous, and informative service.
• Mathematical ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Comfortable using a computer and specialized software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a veterinary practice setting.
• Familiarity with veterinary software and medical records management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of pets, clients, and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques.
• Maintain clean, sterile, and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper medical records.
• Educate clients about preventative care and pet health needs.
• Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventative care.
• Diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of pets.
• Effectively communicate diagnosis and treatment plans to the veterinary medical team and clients.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Commuter Benefits.
• Continuing Education Resources.
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets.
• Exclusive Discounts.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth).
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs).
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources.
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions).
• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources.
• Fertility and Family Building Support.
• Digital Exercise Therapy.
• Voluntary Protection Benefits.
• Legal Plan.
• Identity Protection.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees