Veterinarian

RELIEF (LOCUM) VETERINARIAN The pay range for this role is $125 - $145/hour. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, abilities, and education, and may vary depending on location. Summary of Job Purpose and Function The primary purpose and function of the Relief Veterinarian is to provide preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of Pets. Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Ensure 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. Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical records. Educate clients about preventative care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information. Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventative care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets. Effectively communicate diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client. 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. Other job duties as assigned. Hiring Qualifications Capabilities and Experience (can do) Ability to multi-task – manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or frustration. Communication skills – reads, writes and speaks fluent English with appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary; demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Organizational ability – systematically carries out assignments, is orderly and turns chaos into order. Surgical skills – proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment. Problem solving skills – strongly identifies, analyzes and solves problems; decisively handles difficult problems; translates problems into practical solutions. Client service skills – consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Intellectual ability – accurately follows instructions delivered in oral, written or diagram format; can provide directions. Compassionate commitment to Pet care – advocates for the Pet in treatment recommendations and associated fees. Mathematical ability – adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides, computes rates, ratios and percent, and converts units of measurement. Computer skills – confidently uses a computer and specialized software; Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. Management ability – enforces policies, achieves high output while maintaining morale, encourages teamwork and uses coaching for performance management. Attitudes (will do) Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use discretion in solving problems; presents options and ideas to improve processes; takes on additional responsibility. Integrity – adheres to Banfield Pet Hospital values and ethics, exhibiting honesty, discretion and sound judgment. Cooperativeness – willing to work with others, collaborates and compromises, promptly shares information. Flexibility – open to changing situations and willing to perform all assigned tasks. Independence – performs duties without supervision. Tolerance for stress / resiliency – maintains a positive outlook, rebounds quickly from frustration, remains composed and friendly in stressful situations. Special Working Conditions Ability to be confident around Pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.). Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week; position requires special hours including weekends and evenings. Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability to perform duties proficiently. Noise level in the work environment is moderately high. Ability to follow written, oral or diagram instructions and solve problems involving several variables. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while at hospital. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand‑eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity, visual acuity and eye‑hand coordination for keyboard and equipment operation. Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of Pets that may bite or scratch, and occasionally to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. Minimal travel required; possibly for vendor visits and associate education. Experience, Education and/or Training 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. BENEFITS Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well‑being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and your pets. Review the Meow‑velous benefits to our Relief (Locum) Veterinarians: Commuter Benefits: a convenient commuter benefits program. Continuing Education Resources: access to VetFolio for online CE courses, webinars, conference proceedings, and access to the MVH Medical Library with 2000+ journals, 600+ textbooks and biomedical databases. Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure pets receive preventive and general care. Exclusive Discounts: enjoy a wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services. WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS #J-18808-Ljbffr