What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian position at Tampa Bay Vets?
ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN
Our Vision: To provide outstanding care for every client and every patient, every day.
Company Overview
Tampa Bay Vets is a busy, privately owned, AAHA accredited animal hospital practice with 8 locations in Tampa, FL. We pride ourselves on practicing the best quality medicine for our patients. Full-Time Primary Care Veterinarian needed to join progressive veterinary group including two American Board of Veterinary Practitioners Canine and
Feline Diplomates. Our six AAHA Accredited hospitals are located in beautiful Tampa, Florida, close to the Gulf of Mexico beaches. We have outstanding, caring, client-centered team members including numerous
credentialed technicians. A board-certified surgeon and a board-certified internist are available to provide care in the practice on an as needed basis. Modern equipment includes electronic medical records, direct digital
radiology (all images are reviewed by board certified radiologists), digital dental radiology, high speed dental equipment, rigid and flexible endoscopy, and ultrasound.
Our practice has a strong educational/mentoring environment having earned AAHA Mentorship Accreditation and servicing as a Clinical Affiliate Practice for the Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine. All veterinarians participate in our journal club, doctors meetings, specialty labs, and lectures.
We are in the forefront of medical technology, providing:
Health/ Wellness
Endoscopy
Cold Laser Therapy
Ultrasound
Acupuncture
Digital Radiography
Advanced Surgeries and
Physical Rehabilitation services
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a caring Associate Veterinarian to provide the best quality medical care in our AAHA accredited animal hospital in Tampa, FL. This position is full-time with benefits, and requires working on weekends. Applicants must be focused on exceptional patient care and superior client service.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide thorough physical exams of all body systems, on all pets examined
Perform surgeries and dental extractions
Be able to communicate with all different types of clients and remain professional at all times
Enter all medical notes and records into Practice Management Software in a timely manner
Prescribe medications, treatments and appropriate follow up care
Qualifications and Skills
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine and a valid State of Florida license to practice veterinary medicine are required
Must be personable, able to communicate with and direct staff and work as a member of a team
Must have desire to provide the best possible medical, surgical and dental care for our highly-valued patients
Able to handle a heavy case load while completing all records thoroughly
Flexibility to accommodate emergencies and walk-ins during an already busy day
Desire to develop professionally and continue learning
Must be able to lift patients up to 40 pounds alone, and patients over 50 pounds with assistance
Benefits and Perks
Competitive Salary plus Bonus potential (Associate veterinarians typically earn $95,000-$120,000 per year)
Signing Bonus!
Paid Professional Liability insurance
401K with matching
Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
Continuing Education allowance
Employee pet care benefit
Vacation
Five day work week
No emergency duty after hours
Salary : $95,000 - $120,000
