Veterinarian

Christensen Farms•Sleepy Eye, MN

3d•$95,000 - $157,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Veterinarian will work closely with the Production Operations team to develop and implement strategies that improve the health and performance of the swine herd. This role focuses on process-driven approaches to optimize productivity and herd management. The Veterinarian provides hands-on experience and the opportunity to build expertise across all phases of swine production. This position offers opportunities to contribute to field trials, support animal welfare initiatives, and train service and farm staff, making it a key role in driving both operational excellence and the future of pork production.

Requirements

Hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and have 0-1 years of relevant veterinary or animal health experience.
Possess a strong understanding of animal diseases and laboratory analyses.
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Work effectively in a team-oriented environment while managing time and priorities in a fast-paced, changing setting.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts through strong interpersonal skills and independent initiative.
Show commitment to the swine industry and the well-being of livestock, with the ability and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Implement treatment strategies to maintain and improve herd health.
Provide timely diagnostic support, including coordinating field sample collection, analyzing results, and communicating findings.
Prepare summaries and offer recommendations to the Production Operations Team based on diagnostic and field data.
Respond promptly to emerging health challenges and troubleshoot on-farm production issues.
Deliver technical training to service and farm staff to ensure proper herd management practices.
Support and enforce all biosecurity measures and Standard Operating Procedures within the production system.
Assist with the implementation of Christensen Farms' On-Farm Pork Quality Assurance program.
Conduct necessary regulatory blood testing and animal health checks, ensuring compliance with all regulations regarding animal movements and product use.