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American Veterinary Medical Association

Emergency Veterinarian

kannapolis, NC

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Job description

Everyone loves animals.

Only a few love them enough to be an emergency veterinarian!

Pet Emergency and Trauma Services (PETS) is an independently-owned, 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital located in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Serving a diverse demographic base from Cabarrus and the surrounding counties requires a collaborative relationship with our area general practices as well as with nearby referral and specialty centers.

We are looking for someone who practices high-quality medicine and understands how to work within a budget when necessary. We recently moved into a newly renovated building and we are well-outfitted with a full suite of Idexx laboratory equipment, Sound digital X-ray system, GE Versana Active ultrasound, Engler ventilator and more!

Job Description

Practice emergency veterinary medicine independently, as well as work as a team member in cooperation with other veterinarians and staff.

Develop and communicate diagnostic and treatment plans for both outpatient and inpatient care

Manage hospitalized patients collaboratively

Perform emergency soft tissue surgery including abdominal exploratory, splenectomy, gastropexy, Cesarean section and wound care

Maintain excellent medical records to share with referring veterinarians to ensure continuity of care

Regular rotating schedule between doctors. Current opening has flexibility for preference of daytime or overnight shifts.

What we offer

Free coffee and snacks... because following your passion is much easier when the coffee is free!

SIMPLE IRA with 3% match

Group Health Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield NC

Short term disability and Life insurance

CE allowance of $3000 annually

VIN, AtDove.org and Co Vet memberships

RECOVER CPR certification

Licensure, fees and membership dues paid

Group vision and dental insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Annual scrubs allowance

Relocation assistance available

Mentorship - we like to talk shop!

Compensation

Guaranteed base salary of $160,000 or more, commensurate with experience

22% production paid monthly, no negative accrual

Sign-on bonus

Ability to use a tongue depressor as a spork

North Carolina State Veterinary License

DEA license

Previous emergency experience or a rotating internship in emergency, surgery and medicine preferred but not required

Strong medical and soft tissue surgical skills

An understanding and compassionate, yet ironclad soul

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Worksite address

kannapolis, NC, 28081, US

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