Relief Veterinarian (Locum) - Flexible Hours & CE Benefits

Banfield Pet Hospital; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 193,000 - 220,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter Benefits

Continuing Education Resources

Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Plymouth, MA is seeking a relief veterinarian to provide preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries in pets. This locum role offers an hourly pay range and flexibility to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include safe restraining, obtaining client history, maintaining medical records, educating clients about preventive care, and communicating plans to the veterinary team; requires DVM and licensing.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board.
• License with the Drug Enforcement Agency required.
• Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment.

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 communicate 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

Multi-tasking

English communication

Organizational ability

Surgical skills

Problem solving

Client service

Intellectual ability

Compassionate care

Mathematical ability

Computer skills

Management ability

Flexibility

Independence

Stress tolerance

Ambulatory skills

Education

DVM/VMD degree

State veterinary license

DEA license

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Plymouth, MA is seeking a relief veterinarian to provide preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries in pets. This locum role offers an hourly pay range and flexibility to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities include safe restraining, obtaining client history, maintaining medical records, educating clients about preventive care, and communicating plans to the veterinary team; requires DVM and licensing.