Veterinarian Jobs in New Jersey

Job Title: Veterinarian Company: Private Owner Location: Stirling, NJ Description: Newly renovated three story house in affluent Morris County New Jersey. Owner is looking to expand his business by hiring a veterinarian who is looking to open and start his/her own practice. Property consists of a three story house and an animal baording facility with a capacity of 43. Owner is willing to help promote and advertize. Salary is open for discussion (depending on experience). Owner does have immediate and ongoing animal referrals available to any vet interested in starting or moving their practice to this location. Additionally, the owner has maintained a current 50,000 animal owner data base that would be made avaliable for ongoing promotional advertizing.

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Clark Veterinary Hospital Location: Rahway, NJ Description: Clark Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time, experienced, associate veterinarian to join our three-doctor practice. We are proud to offer a wide range of services and state-of-the-art equipment. Services include medicine, a full range of surgery, dentistry, vaccinations, ultrasound, radiology, and endoscopy. We are located in Central New Jersey, with easy access to all major highways and public transportation. We welcome you to be a part of a dedicated team of skilled, knowledgeable, compassionate veterinarians and support staff, committed to delivering the highest quality of patient care with exceptional client service. BENEFITS Clark Animal Hospital rewards its team members with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Starting salary of $80 K per year for fresh graduates. Starting salary of $120k plus per year for experienced veterinarian. Full Medical and Dental Coverage Paid Vacation, personal, and sick days Continuing Education allowance Professional Liability Coverage No after-hour or on call requirements Two great referral practices in close proximity We are an AAHA credited hospital

Job Title: Medical Sales Rep - Animal Health/Vet Company: Normyle/Erstling Health Search Group Location: Fort Lee, NJ Description: Animal Health/Vet Sales Rep. Industry leader, animal health organization seeks a Rep. with at least 2 yrs. Animal Health/Vet Sales Exp. for a North Jersey into South Jersey sales territory. In addition, we have other clients looking for Reps in the NY and Philly Areas...with similar compensation packages noted below! CANDIDATES MUST HAVE ANIMAL HEALTH/VET SALES EXP.ALONG WITH STRONG SALES DOCUMENTATION/RANKINGS. ****This company's products are well sought after Vets, Pet Owners, Breeders and Zoos...recession proof ! **** Base salary $55 - 65K along with an aggressive monthly comm. program that is uncapped. Co. car and gas credit card, plus a laptop, cell phone and excellent corporate benefits. Some Rookie Reps have been known to break 100K first yr! Qualified candidates will have a BS/BA degree, at least 2 yrs animal health/vet sales exp. preferably in medical device or equipment ...however, vet pharm reps will also be considered. Must have good numbers, sales documentation, rankings and references. Immediate Hire for a Spring Training Class! If qualified, please e-mail your resume in word doc format along with your current/last base, commission/bonus info to Register to View ATT: Kate Brennan

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Cinnaminson Animal Hospital Location: Cinnaminson, NJ Description: Employer Information About Cinnaminson Animal Hospital VetCor operates 41 unique veterinary hospitals in 13 states. Our team consists of over 100 veterinarians and 400 supporting staff members. Our mission is to provide the best veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and the people who love them. View all our jobs

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Banfield The Pet Hospital Location: Marlton, NJ Description: Associate Veterinarian Location: New Jersey, Marlton Job Code: PRNG293-09 # of openings: 1 Hospital: 1802 Description SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The primary purpose and function of the Associate Doctor is to ensure the highest quality of veterinary care and client education. The Associate Doctor mentors an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensures a safe and effective hospital environment, and improves both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS · Operate an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocating for Pets, educating clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensuring a safe and effective hospital environment, and improving both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. · Follow the Cycle of Service and communicate with the other team members to maintain the flow of patients to maximize quality medical care and productivity. · Ensure the safety of Pets, clients and team members by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. · Diagnose, treat and control diseases and injuries in Pets; perform surgery on Pets; prescribe and administer drugs and vaccines as appropriate. · Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information. Coach paraprofessional team to provide such education as well. · Ensure patient satisfaction to expand patient base through client referrals. · Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records. · Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventive care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets.  · Effectively communicates diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client. · Create a positive professional relationship with PetSmart associates and customers. · Foster effective communication between team members, field leadership and Central Team Support. · Fully utilize all practice systems (including protocols and medical records) to protect license and improve quality of life for team members, clients, and patients. · Ensure all practice policies, protocols and quality assurance guidelines and local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log. · Clearly understand and deliver Banfield medical standards and ethical practices and ensure hospital team members have been educated and practice within these guidelines. · Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians. · Continuously strengthen and build the Banfield brand. · Other job duties as assigned. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) · Ability to multi-task - Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. · Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. · Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.  · Surgical skills – Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment. · Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. · Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. · Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. · Compassionate commitment to Pet care – Ensures hospital teams confidently present Pet treatment recommendations and associated fees as an advocate for the Pet, gaining the client’s agreement to proceed with the treatment most appropriate to the Pet’s current condition and long term health. Act as an advocate for the Pet. · Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. · Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. · Management ability – Effectively enforces policies. Achieves high productive output while maintaining high morale. Encourages efforts toward common goals. Understands and utilizes a coaching/counseling philosophy for performance management. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) · Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. · Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield, The Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. · Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. · Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. · Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision. · Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS · Ability to be confident around Pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) · Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. · Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. · The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. · Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables. · Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. · Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. · Requires good hand-eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. · Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of Pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. · Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING · 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

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Banfield The Pet Hospital Location: Hamilton, NJ Description: Associate Veterinarian Location: New Jersey, Hamilton Job Code: PRA180-10 # of openings: 1 Hospital: 1148 Description SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The primary purpose and function of the Associate Doctor is to ensure the highest quality of veterinary care and client education. The Associate Doctor mentors an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensures a safe and effective hospital environment, and improves both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS · Operate an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocating for Pets, educating clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensuring a safe and effective hospital environment, and improving both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. · Follow the Cycle of Service and communicate with the other team members to maintain the flow of patients to maximize quality medical care and productivity. · Ensure the safety of Pets, clients and team members by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. · Diagnose, treat and control diseases and injuries in Pets; perform surgery on Pets; prescribe and administer drugs and vaccines as appropriate. · Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information. Coach paraprofessional team to provide such education as well. · Ensure patient satisfaction to expand patient base through client referrals. · Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records. · Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventive care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets.  · Effectively communicates diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client. · Create a positive professional relationship with PetSmart associates and customers. · Foster effective communication between team members, field leadership and Central Team Support. · Fully utilize all practice systems (including protocols and medical records) to protect license and improve quality of life for team members, clients, and patients. · Ensure all practice policies, protocols and quality assurance guidelines and local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log. · Clearly understand and deliver Banfield medical standards and ethical practices and ensure hospital team members have been educated and practice within these guidelines. · Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians. · Continuously strengthen and build the Banfield brand. · Other job duties as assigned. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) · Ability to multi-task - Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. · Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. · Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.  · Surgical skills – Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment. · Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. · Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. · Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. · Compassionate commitment to Pet care – Ensures hospital teams confidently present Pet treatment recommendations and associated fees as an advocate for the Pet, gaining the client’s agreement to proceed with the treatment most appropriate to the Pet’s current condition and long term health. Act as an advocate for the Pet. · Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. · Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. · Management ability – Effectively enforces policies. Achieves high productive output while maintaining high morale. Encourages efforts toward common goals. Understands and utilizes a coaching/counseling philosophy for performance management. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) · Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. · Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield, The Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. · Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. · Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. · Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision. · Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS · Ability to be confident around Pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) · Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. · Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. · The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. · Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables. · Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. · Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. · Requires good hand-eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. · Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of Pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. · Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING · 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

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Banfield The Pet Hospital Location: Moorestown, NJ Description: Associate Veterinarian Location: New Jersey, Moorestown Job Code: CH003-06 # of openings: 1 Hospital: 574 Description SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The primary purpose and function of the Associate Doctor is to ensure the highest quality of veterinary care and client education. The Associate Doctor mentors an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensures a safe and effective hospital environment, and improves both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS · Operate an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocating for Pets, educating clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensuring a safe and effective hospital environment, and improving both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. · Follow the Cycle of Service and communicate with the other team members to maintain the flow of patients to maximize quality medical care and productivity. · Ensure the safety of Pets, clients and team members by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. · Diagnose, treat and control diseases and injuries in Pets; perform surgery on Pets; prescribe and administer drugs and vaccines as appropriate. · Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information. Coach paraprofessional team to provide such education as well. · Ensure patient satisfaction to expand patient base through client referrals. · Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records. · Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventive care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets.  · Effectively communicates diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client. · Create a positive professional relationship with PetSmart associates and customers. · Foster effective communication between team members, field leadership and Central Team Support. · Fully utilize all practice systems (including protocols and medical records) to protect license and improve quality of life for team members, clients, and patients. · Ensure all practice policies, protocols and quality assurance guidelines and local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log. · Clearly understand and deliver Banfield medical standards and ethical practices and ensure hospital team members have been educated and practice within these guidelines. · Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians. · Continuously strengthen and build the Banfield brand. · Other job duties as assigned. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) · Ability to multi-task - Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. · Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. · Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.  · Surgical skills – Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment. · Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. · Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. · Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. · Compassionate commitment to Pet care – Ensures hospital teams confidently present Pet treatment recommendations and associated fees as an advocate for the Pet, gaining the client’s agreement to proceed with the treatment most appropriate to the Pet’s current condition and long term health. Act as an advocate for the Pet. · Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. · Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. · Management ability – Effectively enforces policies. Achieves high productive output while maintaining high morale. Encourages efforts toward common goals. Understands and utilizes a coaching/counseling philosophy for performance management. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) · Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additionalresponsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. · Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield, The Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. · Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. · Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. · Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision. · Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS · Ability to be confident around Pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) · Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. · Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. · The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. · Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables. · Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. · Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. · Requires good hand-eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. · Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of Pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. · Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING · 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

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Banfield, The Pet Hospital Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Description: Experienced veterinarians and new grads welcome to practice high-quality medicine with professional staff, great benefits and a work/life balance. Several locations available in the Cherry Hill, Hamilton, Watchung, and Brick, NJ areas. Contact Kerrie Holmberg at Register to View or Register to View

Job Title: STAFF VETERINARIAN Company: Bristol Myers Squibb Location: New Brunswick, NJ Description: Title: STAFF VETERINARIANLocation: NJ-New BrunswickWork as a member of a team to assure proper veterinary care for research animals consistent with guidelines established by the FDA, AAALAC, USDA and regulatory agencies. Provide support for Toxicology investigators in a GLP environment as well as Discovery scientists and may conduct independent research projects. Improves the welfare of animals by complying with IACUC guidelines as well as modern science and ethical principles. Principal responsibilities: Provides and maintains high quality clinical health care and recordkeeping for all laboratory animals including, making of clinical diagnoses, managing disease outbreaks, and when necessary, performing animal surgery. Assists with the development and delivery of training for all personnel who use animals in research to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards. Assists the scientific staff with experimental protocol design and animal model development. Provides clinical support, such as diagnostic necropsies, radiological and technical support, and evaluate clinical findings and write clinical summarys for research reports that support IND submissions. Supervises Veterinary Assistant/Associate as assigned. Must have a can-do attitude and a team-oriented approach to clinical and study issues as well as having a strong work ethic.Requires DVM or VMD or equivalent plus a current license to practice veterinary medicine in the US. Requires an understanding of the biology and medicine of laboratory animals. Completion of a postdoctoral program in laboratory animal medicine or another veterinary specialty strongly desired. Requires a practical understanding of the use of personal protective equipment to prevent injuries and exposure to zoonotic agents. Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines for the care and use of laboratory animals.

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Company: Banfield The Pet Hospital Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Description: Associate Veterinarian Location: New Jersey, Cherry Hill Job Code: PRF002-09 # of openings: 1 Hospital: 575 Description SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The primary purpose and function of the Associate Doctor is to ensure the highest quality of veterinary care and client education. The Associate Doctor mentors an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensures a safe and effective hospital environment, and improves both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS · Operate an effective and productive veterinary medical team, advocating for Pets, educating clients on all aspects of Pet health, ensuring a safe and effective hospital environment, and improving both the medical quality and business performance of the hospital. · Follow the Cycle of Service and communicate with the other team members to maintain the flow of patients to maximize quality medical care and productivity. · Ensure the safety of Pets, clients and team members by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. · Diagnose, treat and control diseases and injuries in Pets; perform surgery on Pets; prescribe and administer drugs and vaccines as appropriate. · Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information. Coach paraprofessional team to provide such education as well. · Ensure patient satisfaction to expand patient base through client referrals. · Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records. · Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventive care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets.  · Effectively communicates diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client. · Create a positive professional relationship with PetSmart associates and customers. · Foster effective communication between team members, field leadership and Central Team Support. · Fully utilize all practice systems (including protocols and medical records) to protect license and improve quality of life for team members, clients, and patients. · Ensure all practice policies, protocols and quality assurance guidelines and local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log. · Clearly understand and deliver Banfield medical standards and ethical practices and ensure hospital team members have been educated and practice within these guidelines. · Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians. · Continuously strengthen and build the Banfield brand. · Other job duties as assigned. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) · Ability to multi-task - Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. · Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. · Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.  · Surgical skills – Proven ability to perform all basic surgeries, including use of all standard medical instruments and equipment. · Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. · Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. · Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. · Compassionate commitment to Pet care – Ensures hospital teams confidently present Pet treatment recommendations and associated fees as an advocate for the Pet, gaining the client’s agreement to proceed with the treatment most appropriate to the Pet’s current condition and long term health. Act as an advocate for the Pet. · Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. · Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. · Management ability – Effectively enforces policies. Achieves high productive output while maintaining high morale. Encourages efforts toward common goals. Understands and utilizes a coaching/counseling philosophy for performance management. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) · Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. · Integrity – Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield, The Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. · Cooperativeness – Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. · Flexibility – Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. · Independence – Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision. · Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS · Ability to be confident around Pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) · Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. · Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. · The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. · Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables. · Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. · Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. · Requires good hand-eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. · Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of Pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. · Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING · Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD.) or equivalent degree required. · License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board. · License with the Drug Enforceme