Relief Veterinarian Contractor - VIP Petcare

Relief Veterinarian Contractor - VIP Petcare

Independent Contractor Notice: This posting is an opportunity to provide veterinary services as an independent contractor, not as an employee. Services are performed in person at designated Community Clinic locations. Any engagement is subject to applicable credentialing requirements and execution of a separate written independent contractor agreement with the applicable contracting entity.

As a Relief Veterinarian you will get the satisfaction of providing care for pets in a community clinic setting, without the pressures of a full-service veterinary environment. Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned veterinarian looking to further advance veterinary care in your communities, contracting with us might be for you. The Relief Veterinarian's primary purpose is to provide high-quality preventive care and client education. This role will be responsible for delivering preventive care at our weekday or weekend Community Clinics and exercise independent professional judgment while providing services consistent with applicable law, professional standards of care, patient safety requirements, and clinic documentation requirements. Relief Veterinarians may choose whether to accept individual clinic assignments. There is no minimum number of assignments or hours required, and no guarantee of any minimum number of assignments, hours, or compensation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%):

• Provide onsite veterinarian services at weekday, evening and weekend Community Clinics for accepted assignments
• Perform focused vitals checks (temperature, pulse, respiratory)
• Provide preventative veterinary services, which may include vaccinations, limited diagnostic testing, microchipping, and nail trims
• Educate pet parents regarding preventative healthcare & products
• Complete and maintain required electronic medical records
• Exercise independent professional judgment and provide services consistent with applicable veterinary standards of care and applicable law

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Veterinary experience preferred. Open to both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates who meet applicable licensing and credentialing requirements.
• Education: DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited institution required.
• Professional Certifications: Current, unrestricted DVM license in each state in which services will be provided.

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities:

• Ability to independently travel to a variety of Community Clinic locations
• Ability to use iPad or tablet and required electronic systems

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evening shifts
• Physical Requirements: Sitting, Standing (not walking), Walking, Kneeling/Stooping/Bending, Lifting up to 50 pounds

Disclaimer: This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.