Veterinarian - Baldwin, NY

Who we are :

Associate Veterinarian (VetCor Professional Practices, LLC; Baldwin NY) : The Associate Veterinarian will provide patient care, including wellness-vaccinations and deworming, nutrition, internal medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, ultrasound, X-rays, and clinical pathology, for horses, dogs, cats, and other pets and farm animals, in the clinic as well as in the field.

Specific job responsibilities include : Performing routine animal check-ups and preventative medicine on small animal pet patients (canine, feline, avian);Conducting detailed daily evaluations of animal disease diagnoses and treatment, encompassing all organ systems from skin to musculoskeletal; Cultivating relationships with clients and their pets by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with, their concerns; Prioritizing traumatic injuries and serious illnesses to ensure that all animals receive time-sensitive care; Educating clients on the importance of vaccinations, heart worm treatments, flea and tick treatments, and other aspects of preventive care; Performing and / or assisting with surgical procedures (such as spaying and neutering) and dentistry; Training new veterinary technicians / assistants and other members of the support team; Physically examining and treating animals; Diagnosing and treating animals for medical conditions; Treating and dressing wounds; Performing and running diagnostic tests; Adhering to the practice's vaccination protocol; Operating medical equipment, such as x-ray machines; Providing geriatric care for older pets; Educating clients on general care, medical conditions, and treatments for their pets; Prescribing medication; Performing humane euthanasia on patients; and Staying current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.

Minimum requirements : Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or foreign equivalent.

Must have : Candidate must have passed North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE), and must have NY State license from Board of Veterinary Medicine.

Salary : $130,000 to 175,000 per year

Apply online at www.vetcor.com / careers or send resume to : Erin Rojas, Director, Human Resources, VetCor Professional Practices, LLC 141 Longwater Drive, Ste. 108, Norwell, MA 02061. Ref : 00078129. An EOE.