Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian - Taylor Veterinary Emergency

PetVet Care Centers; Turlock (CA); Sur place; USD 185 000 - 225 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Taylor Veterinary Emergency Hospital, part of PetVet Care Centers, is seeking a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) to join a locally led team in Turlock, California. You’ll provide emergency care alongside experienced clinicians in a well-equipped facility.

The role offers flexible scheduling within a supportive Culture of Care, with opportunities to maintain clinical skills, collaborate with a skilled team, and serve the community of Turlock and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university.
• Current State Veterinary License.
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.

Responsabilités

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups.
• Client communication and education.
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery.
• Maintaining accurate medical records.
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols.
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency.
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations.
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge.

Connaissances

Surgical skills

Dental skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Formation

DVM or VMD degree

State Veterinary License

Description du poste

Stay connected to the medicine you love, with a team that values your experience | A team approach to emergency medicine

Position Overview

Join PetVet Care Centers as a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) at Taylor Veterinary Emergency Hospital. You'll step into a locally led hospital where the team knows its community, supports one another, and shares a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care, backed by the resources of the PetVet Care Centers network.

Taylor Veterinary Emergency Hospital

is an emergency veterinary hospital in Turlock, California. The hospital provides emergency care in an 8,500-square-foot facility and serves the pets and families of Turlock and the surrounding community.

You care for pets. We care for you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Taylor, daily rounding and consultation with experienced veterinarians create a team approach to challenging cases and compassionate veterinary medicine.

• A team approach to challenging cases through daily rounding and consultation


• Experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff


• An 8,500-square-foot facility with two fully equipped operating rooms and five exam rooms


• A Snyder O2 unit, digital and portable X-ray, rigid/endoscope, ultrasound, and a remodeled Idexx lab


• A skills lab and training classroom


• Turlock's Central Valley setting, home to California State University Stanislaus, with opportunities for outdoor recreation

Why Per Diem/Relief Work at Taylor

For Doctors seeking greater flexibility, Taylor offers Per Diem/Relief opportunities while helping the hospital maintain continuity of care. You'll continue doing what you do best while supporting a team and community that value your contribution.

• Keep your clinical knowledge and skills active through emergency care


• Bring your experience to patients, clients, and a team that needs it


• Stay connected to the profession during a career or life transition


• Experience Taylor's team, culture, and approach to medicine firsthand

Flexibility Options & Work-Life Harmony

If flexibility is important to you, but Per Diem/Relief work isn't quite what you're looking for, let's connect. We'll work together to explore schedule options that align with how you want to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups


• Client communication and education


• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery


• Maintaining accurate medical records


• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols


• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency


• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations


• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge


• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld


• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels


• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university


• Current State Veterinary License


• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained


• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice


• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.


• Excellent surgical and dental skills.


• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.


• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.


• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.


• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.


• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.


• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.


• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.


• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.


• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.


• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.


• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.


• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.


• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.


• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.


• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

About PetVet Care Centers

Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

Pay Range

$185,000-$225,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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