What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Swine Veterinarian position at Tyson Foods, Inc.?
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Job Details : SUMMARY :
This position is primarily responsible for direct interaction with company producers and the oversite of health-related protocols for wean-to-market operations located in the Midwest. The position will handle health related farm issues, determine both immediate and long-term action plans to address these issues and communicate that with both production management as well as Tech Services. Responsibilities include working with farm personnel to assess health issues and coordinating with the Technical Services department to develop strategies that address those issues; collaboratively developing improved processes around production management, health management, and biosecurity; conducting farm assessments and evaluations; and assisting in training farms on proper implementation of established health-related SOP's.
REQUIREMENTS :
Education : Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine with ability to practice Veterinary Medicine in the United States.
Experience : Three years plus related experience. Time in veterinary college counts towards experience.
Computer Skills : Standard computer skills; may require use of the Tyson Business Computer System.
Communication Skills : Good verbal and written communication skills.
Special Skills : Requires licensure or willingness to obtain licensure in Indiana and Ohio and potentially other Midwest states; a thorough understanding of diseases and disorders detrimental to the welfare of swine.
Other Requirements
Supervisory : None.
Travel : 10 or more domestic trips per year. Daily regional travel required north of Indianapolis, with the ability to travel throughout Indiana and the western region of Ohio.
Physical : Must use safe lifting techniques. While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly required to stand walk sit use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms balance stoop talk or hear. The team member must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment Required : When visiting facilities is expected to follow the required safety procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment.
Biosecurity : When visiting jobsites bio secure environments showering before entering the facilities is required. Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company. The Company Animal Welfare Policy must be followed at all times.
About requisition
A resume must be submitted with application to be eligible for consideration.
Relocation Assistance Eligible :
Work Shift :
A Shift (United States of America)
Pay Range / Rate :
98,000.00 - $192,000.00
Incentives :
Annual Incentive Plan :
Long-Term Incentive Plan :
Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby / on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson's total compensation package.
Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member's relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.
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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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Salary : $98,000 - $192,000
