Veterinarian - Locum

Locum Veterinarian Hourly rates starting at $120‑$140/hour! 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 using 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. Effectively communicate diagnosis and treatment plans to the 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 multiple tasks under distracting conditions. Communication skills – reads, writes and speaks fluent English with strong written and verbal communication proficiency. Organizational ability – a systematic approach to assignments, effectively turning chaos into order. Surgical skills – proven ability to perform all basic surgeries using standard instruments and equipment. Problem‑solving skills – identifies, analyzes and resolves problems decisively. Client service skills – consistently delivers attentive, courteous and informative service, fostering client satisfaction. Intellectual ability – follows instructions given orally, in writing or diagrammatically. Compassionate commitment to Pet care – advocates for Pet treatment recommendations and associated fees to secure client agreement for appropriate care. Mathematical ability – performs basic arithmetic, calculates rates, ratios and percentages, and converts units. Computer skills – confidently uses a computer and specialized software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook. Management ability – enforces policies, encourages teamwork and employs coaching/counseling for performance management. Attitudes (will do) Initiative – uses discretion to find solutions, presents options, and takes on additional responsibility as needed. Integrity – adheres to the values, ethics, honesty and sound judgment of Banfield. Cooperativeness – collaborates and shares relevant information with others. Flexibility – open to changing situations and willing to perform all assigned tasks. Independence – performs duties without direct supervision. Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – maintains a positive outlook, rebounds quickly from frustration, and remains composed in stressful situations. Special Working Conditions Comfortable around Pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.). May require more than 40 hours per week, including weekends and evenings. Requires mental processes for reasoning, memory, mathematics and language (reading, writing, speaking). Moderately high noise level in the work environment. Requires ambulatory skills for duties while at the hospital. Must stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb and lift up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand‑eye coordination, finger‑hand‑arm dexterity, and visual acuity for keyboard use and equipment operation. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and focus adjustment. Exposure to animals that may bite or scratch, anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. Minimal travel may occur 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 using standard instruments and equipment. 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr