Emergency Veterinarian

Everyone loves animals. Only a few love them enough to be an emergency veterinarian! Pet Emergency and Trauma Services (PETS) is an independently-owned, 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital located in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Serving a diverse demographic base from Cabarrus and the surrounding counties requires a collaborative relationship with our area general practices as well as with nearby referral and specialty centers. We are looking for someone who practices high-quality medicine and understands how to work within a budget when necessary. We recently moved into a newly renovated building and we are well-outfitted with a full suite of Idexx laboratory equipment, Sound digital X-ray system, GE Versana Active ultrasound, Engler ventilator and more! Job Description Practice emergency veterinary medicine independently, as well as work as a team member in cooperation with other veterinarians and staff. Develop and communicate diagnostic and treatment plans for both outpatient and inpatient care Manage hospitalized patients collaboratively Perform emergency soft tissue surgery including abdominal exploratory, splenectomy, gastropexy, Cesarean section and wound care Maintain excellent medical records to share with referring veterinarians to ensure continuity of care Regular rotating schedule between doctors. Current opening has flexibility for preference of daytime or overnight shifts. What we offer Free coffee and snacks... because following your passion is much easier when the coffee is free! SIMPLE IRA with 3% match Group Health Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield NC Short term disability and Life insurance CE allowance of $3000 annually VIN, AtDove.org and Co Vet memberships RECOVER CPR certification Licensure, fees and membership dues paid Group vision and dental insurance Employee Assistance Plan Annual scrubs allowance Relocation assistance available Mentorship - we like to talk shop! Compensation Guaranteed base salary of $160,000 or more, commensurate with experience 22% production paid monthly, no negative accrual Sign-on bonus Ability to use a tongue depressor as a spork North Carolina State Veterinary License DEA license Previous emergency experience or a rotating internship in emergency, surgery and medicine preferred but not required Strong medical and soft tissue surgical skills An understanding and compassionate, yet ironclad soul #J-18808-Ljbffr NCVMA