Emergency Veterinrian

National Veterinary Associates; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $50,000

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Big Sky Animal Medical Center, part of National Veterinary Associates, is seeking a veterinary professional to deliver high-quality medical and surgical care. The role involves client communication, diagnostic decision-making, and mentoring junior staff within a state-of-the-art facility.

The hospital emphasizes staying current with advances in veterinary medicine, CE participation, and professional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Requires AVMA-accredited degree or ECFVG/PAVE certification.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the employing state.
• Ability to make decisions and communicate clearly with team members.
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and diverse procedures to deliver high-quality care while minimizing stress.
• Explain findings and present treatment plans to clients; educate on healthcare.
• Maintain medical/surgical records and assist in follow-up and management.
• Stay up-to-date with veterinary medicine and complete CE hours annually (minimum 30 hours).
• Assist in developing paraprofessional team and represent the hospital positively.
• Contribute to professional community image of the hospital.

Skills

AVMA-credited college or ECFVG/PAVE

Communication

Decision making

ER experience

Education

AVMA-accredited college

ECFVg certification

PAVE certification

Job description

NOW OFFERING up to $50,000 in sign-on incentives

The mission of Big Sky Animal Medical Center was founded on two main principles: quality care and quality service. Big Sky Animal Medical Center's goal is to provide complete, accurate, and state-of-the-art medical and surgical care and treatment of one's pets. Big Sky Animal Medical Center believes in being progressive and setting trends.

AAHA Certified since July 2004, Big Sky Animal Medical Center, is a multi-service referral center utilizing the latest technology. Our in-house lab includes IDEXX diagnostic capabilities, such as the SNAP® ELISA tests, LaserCyte® Hematology Analyzer, and an electrolyte machine. We also have a variety of other in-house testing capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a graduate of an AVMA-accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which the applicant is to be employed.
• The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members.
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
• Internship training and/or ER experience preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop a rapport with clients and determine their needs and wishes; perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
• Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on healthcare
• Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
• Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings, and complete at least 30 hours of accredited CE per year.
• Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
• Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.