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Greenwood Veterinary Clinic is seeking an associate veterinarian to join this growing practice in west central Indiana. The practice was establish by Gary Greenwood, DVM (Purdue) in 1977. Located just 35 miles southwest of Purdue and 20 miles from Danville, IL, the practice serves Warren, Benton, Fountain, Tippecanoe, and Vermillion counties in Indiana as well as Vermillion County IL.

The practice has seen tremendous growth (60% in 5 years) and expanded facilities in 2021, added staff and technology to continue accommodating small animal demand. 2022 practice mix 85% small animal (more than 4,000 rabies tags) and 15% large animal.

This opportunity includes consideration of practice ownership.

JOB DESCRIPTION                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN OR VETERINARY EXTERNSHIP

REPORTS TO: Practice Owner

Associate veterinarian works with the practice owner to define and implement practice medical policies and procedures that ensure quality patient care. They deliver medical, surgical and dental care to patients, and supervise medical staff members. They also may perform basic management activities including review of the practice key performance indicators, new business development, and marketing activities. This is a leadership position with the additional responsibility of ensuring a positive work environment in which the practice achieves its goals. Opportunity to purchase practice ownership and management.

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL

• Provides compassionate care to patients.
• Works with practice owner to set practice medical policies and procedures; performs all duties in accordance with them.
• Performs physical examinations using preliminary data provided by the veterinary technicians; diagnoses physical condition and presents diagnostic and treatment alternatives to the client.
• Performs medical, surgical, and dental procedures; provides emergency services in accordance with hospital policy.
• Interprets the results of laboratory procedures and determines the appropriate protocol based on the results; reads radiographs and interprets EKGs and EEGs; prescribes medications.
• Promptly and accurately updates client records.
• Plans and carries out a significant program of personal medical continuing education.

CLIENT RELATIONS

• Takes time to communicate effectively with clients, presenting them with treatment alternatives and being sensitive to their emotional as well as financial status.
• Sets an example for the staff in dealing with clients; promotes the concept of the client-centered environment.
• Helps to develop new programs and processes that meet clients’ changing needs.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Some supervision of veterinary technicians; works with them to assess their current skill level and to plan and provide feedback.
• Is accessible by staff while maintaining doctor/staff professional relationship.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS                                                                                                                                           :

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

• V.M. licensed in Indiana state desirable

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience as a D.V.M. in a practice is desirable, but not required.
• Fourth-year veterinary student in good standing

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent medical and surgical skills.
• Significant continuing education achievements, beyond licensing requirements, or committed plan to obtain them.
• Excellent communication skills with both staff and clients.
• Ability to recognize that teamwork is essential for a quality practice; ability to work as a team member as well as a doctor.
• Working knowledge of and interest in the business aspect of a veterinary practice.
• Willingness to perform basic management responsibilities.
• Willingness to work emergencies or extra hours when needed.
• Interest in marketing and growth of the practice. Display tact and diplomacy with staff members and clients.
• Work almost constantly in the presence of other staff members and clients.
• Be flexible in attitude and work habits.
• Perform basic computer skills, type 45 words per minute.
• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches, and contagious diseases.