Veterinarian

BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL

RELIEF (LOCUM) VETERINARIAN – CA

Effective : 9 / 8 / 2024

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION

The primary purpose and function of the Relief Veterinarian is to provide preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of Pets.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Ensure the Safety of Pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records.
• Educate clients about preventative care, Pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other related information.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service including prescribing and administering preventative care for the wellness needs of Pets and diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries of Pets.
• Effectively communication diagnosis and treatment plan to veterinary medical team and client.
• Ensure local, state and federal laws are followed, including proper maintenance of the controlled substance inventory log.
• Understand and follow state guidelines regarding duties of veterinary assistants and licensed veterinary technicians.
• Other job duties as assigned.

HIRING QUALIFICATIONS

CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO)

ATTITUDES (WILL DO)

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND / OR TRAINING

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

o Medical, Dental, Vision

o Basic Life (company paid) & Supplemental Life

o Short- and Long-Term Disability (company paid)

o Flexible Spending Accounts

o Commuter Benefits

o Legal Plan

o Health Savings Account with company funding

o 401(k) with generous company match

o Paid Time Off & Holidays

o Paid Parental Leave

o Student Debt Program (for FT DVMs)

o Continuing Education allowance for eligible positions

o Free Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets’ preventive and general care

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.