Locum Veterinarian - Flexible Hours & CE Benefits

A Caring Doctor (New Jersey), P.C.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 207,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter Benefits

Continuing Education Resources

Professional Liability Insurance

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in New Jersey seeks a Locum Veterinarian to provide preventative care, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of pets, and support the veterinary team.

You will restrain and examine patients, obtain histories, maintain medical records, educate clients on prevention, and communicate treatment plans. The pay range is $150–$170 per hour, reflecting experience, skills, and education, with the posting remaining open for at least two weeks.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• Licensed to practice in the applicable state and in good standing.
• DEA license required.
• Proven ability to perform basic surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Safety of Pets, clients and associates by utilizing 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 of Pets.
• Effectively communication diagnosis and treatment plan to 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.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Organization

Surgical skills

Problem solving

Client service

Analytical thinking

Compassionate care

Math skills

Computer skills

Management ability

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent

State license in good standing

DEA license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in New Jersey seeks a Locum Veterinarian to provide preventative care, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of pets, and support the veterinary team.

You will restrain and examine patients, obtain histories, maintain medical records, educate clients on prevention, and communicate treatment plans. The pay range is $150–$170 per hour, reflecting experience, skills, and education, with the posting remaining open for at least two weeks.