What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian position at URGIVET?
We are currently in search of full-time Veterinarians for our growing emergency-only practice located in Madison, MS. We are a privately owned clinic with a strong emphasis on client support during their families' stressful time. We have digital radiography, fully computerized medical records, an extensive pharmacy, dedicated patient fluid and syringe pumps, multiple ultrasounds, blood transfusion supplies, extensive in-house lab equipment including CBC / Chemistry / Urinalysis machine, Coags, Thyroid levels, iStat Alinity (blood gases, ionized calcium), large kennels, dog Astroturf outdoor walk yards, multiple exam rooms, cloud-based x-ray viewing for exam rooms, and a large surgical suite. Our surgical suite has electric lift tables, suction, electrocautery, ekg / spo2 / co2 / BP / temp, Bair huggers, led lighting, suction, oxygen concentrators with isoflurane, and additional oxygen therapy kennels. Emergency medicine can be fast paced at times! Our veterinarians have to be capable of handling temporarily stressful situations while maintaining full medical and emotional control. Don't worry we have additional veterinarians on standby as well as love providing mentorship and training while not being overbearing / controlling in the treatment room. On top of being passionate about emergency medicine and saving lives they should :
Have a solid work ethic
Be a strong team player and team leader.
Have a strong desire for client compassion.
Communicate effectively and frequently.
Strive to continually build a stronger knowledge base.
We encourage continuing education and prefer our veterinarians attending twice yearly conventions. Veterinarians are expected to present a short consensus of what they learned while on CE for the other veterinarian's growth. Our hours are 5pm-7am Tuesday-Friday. Weekends were open from 5pm Friday until 7am Monday morning. Holidays are rotational work. Our holiday schedule is based upon local clinic closures to provide patient / client support for when they are closed. We are very flexible with scheduling- we over 8 vs 12-hour shifts, very flexible vacation scheduling, flexible general scheduling (some work 1 week on 1 off, others 4 on 4 off, etc.) depending on preference and needs. Benefits include $2,500.00 CE stipend, paid vacation that increases with each year of employment, 3% IRA matching after 1 year of employment, assistance with relocation fees, etc. DVM or equivalent for accredited institution.
Mississippi licensure or application for licensure.
NOTES : Additional Salary Information : Salary will increase with applicants' experience level in private practice and / or emergency medicine.
About URGIVET - Emergency Vets of Madison. URGIVET was founded by a local Madison veterinarian, Dr. Spencer Mills, in order to offer the highest quality emergency and urgent vet care for pet owners in the area. URGIVET provides emergency and critical care services, as well as urgent care services for more minor issues to help make your pet comfortable and happy as quick as possible when issues arise during hours when your regular primary veterinary office is closed. We strive to provide not only the best medical care, but the best client experience in what can be a very difficult and stressful time for you and your pet. We offer an abundance of amenities to keep you comfortable while our medical team treats your four-legged family members. We are here for you and your pets no matter how big or small your pet’s issues may be!
Feel free to call us at 601-790-1918. Ask for Melissa Calmes or leave a message and will we call you back at our first convenience.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits :Schedule :
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Bonus opportunities
- Signing bonus
- 25% (Preferred)
Supplemental Pay :
Willingness to travel :
Work Location : In person
Salary : $120,000 - $200,000
