Fountain Valley, California
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville, Tennessee
Posted: 18-Jun-24
Location: Fountain Valley, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: 140,000-180,000/year
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At Empire Veterinary Hospitals, we welcome veterinarians and veterinary paraprofessionals seeking full-time, part-time, or relief positions. We focus on Pets and the People that care for them. We provide high quality veterinary care that strengthens the pet and parent bond, maintain a rewarding and sustainable work-life balance for our patient care team, and invest in growth and professional development for veterinarians and veterinary paraprofessionals.
Our veterinarians have diverse backgrounds and experiences, which helps us deliver high-quality, comprehensive care to the community we serve. We are actively involved in teaching, coaching and mentoring veterinary and paraprofessional students. New graduates are welcomed into our practices where they will receive individualized mentoring based on their needs and interests. We’re currently searching for a bright, energetic professional to join our practice and help maintain our high standards of service. The ideal candidate is a natural hard worker who is deeply concerned with pet welfare and willing to support other veterinarians in delivering excellent care and treatment. An Associate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine will provide preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of pets.
Objectives
- Devote knowledge, skills, and energy to the treatment of sick and injured pets
- Serve as a primary source of information for pet owners and care providers in the community
- Continue to learn the latest veterinary treatments and procedures
- Teach, coach and mentor others in the profession with a welcoming compassionate attitude
- Support the practices other veterinarians with their diagnoses and surgical procedures
Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Perform regular and preventive health examinations of pets
- Assess pets to determine the nature of their disease or injury
- Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records
- Implement and coordinate treatment plans for pets, and provide detailed explanations for their owners
- Educate clients about preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other related information
- Manage emergency medical situations by stabilizing a pet’s condition and determining whether a referral is necessary
- Spay and neuter cats and dogs
- Dress wounds of injured animals
- Prescribe medication
- Ensure local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log
- Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians
- Train new employees in how to perform effectively in the clinic environment
- Attend lectures, conferences, or continuing education courses
Core Competencies
- Compassionate Commitment to Pet Care
- Focus on Client Services
- Demonstrate Adaptability
- Demonstrate Practice Dedication
- Team Leadership
- Manage Profitability
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills to explain medical procedures and diagnoses to pet owners
- High emotional intelligence with the ability to empathize with families and staff
- Compassion and empathy for pets and their owners
- Problem-solving skills to diagnose and treat unusual cases
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate medical records and prescriptions
- Ability to work collaboratively with other veterinary professionals and paraprofessionals, and students
- Ability to multitask and perform diligently in a fast-paced environment
- Frequently walk, stoop, kneel or crouch, and to lift or move up to 50 pounds
Credentials and Experience
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an AVMA Accredited School required
- License in good standing with California State Veterinary Board License
- Eligible to obtain a DEA license
- Maintain current Continuing Education requirements for the state of California
- Experience is preferred
Full-time, part-time, and relief opportunities may be available.
Hospital Location(s) and Hours
Emergency Animal Hospital of San Gabriel Valley
712 N. Citrus Ave Covina, CA 91723
Mon, Thur, & Fri 6 PM-8 AM
La Sierra Veterinary Clinic
3410 La Sierra Ave Ste A
Riverside, CA 92503
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mile Square Animal Hospital
11362 Warner Ave Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mentorship and Student Job Programs
Empire Veterinary Hospitals is delighted to provide student job opportunities and mentorships for new veterinarians! This valuable clinical experience will let you take what you've learned in the classroom and put it to the test in an animal hospital. Our student job program is designed to allow students, from their 2nd year and up, under veterinary supervision, to practice the problem-solving, technical, and communication skills that they have acquired during their clinical preparation. Our mentorship program focuses on assisting new veterinarians meet their personal and professional goals, thus ensuring that they get the most out of their mentorship experience within the practice.