Overnight ER Veterinarian

## Overview **What you get:** - Flexible work week. (5-7 shifts every 14 days.) - Sign-on and retention bonuses - 4 weeks Paid Time Off. - Continuing Education and uniform allowance - $5000 annually for CE registration, licensing/dues and uniforms. - Retirement Savings – 401k with match. - Opportunity to help grow our organization and have a voice. **Job Types:** Full-time, Contract **Benefits:** - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - Dental insurance - Disability insurance - Employee assistance program - Employee discount - Health insurance - Life insurance - Paid time off - Professional development assistance - Referral program - Retirement plan - Vision insurance **Schedule:** - Holidays - Monday to Friday - Night shift - Weekends **Supplemental Pay**: - Commission pay - Signing bonus ## Description ***Come FIGHT with us!!!*** Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic, located in growing Lakeland, FL, is an overnight emergency care animal clinic seeking a FT ER Veterinarian to help us achieve our mission of changing the world. We are focused on developing people personally and professionally to achieve their dreams. Be part of something HUGE! **Who we are:** AscendVets is a multi location, locally owned and operated Veterinary team. Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic has been serving the local community for more than 30 years with a legacy of caring and compassion. **AscendVets Core Values:** ***FIGHT*** We are FEARLESS We are INNOVATIVE We are GRATEFUL We are HUMBLE We are TRANSCENDENT **Who you are:** - A compassionate Vet with fantastic communication skills who wishes to be the trusted guide for our ‘hero’ pet parents. - A passionate team member who is committed to changing the world, one pet at a time! - A driven leader focused on outcomes, with the heart of a teacher. - An honest caring person who strives for a client experience unlike any other. - An innovator with a lifelong hunger for learning and development with a passion for animals. - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with license to practice in the State of Florida. ## Requirements ## ***Education and Experience*** - Veterinarian degree (DVM) from accredited college or university. ABVP preferred - D.V.M. licensed in Florida - D.E.A licensed in Florida - Experience as a D.V.M. in a practice is desirable, but not required. - DEA registration must be maintained - Liability Insurance - A minimum of two years of previous ER experience or four years of clinical practice experience - Experience with managing critical and advanced medicine cases. - Flexibility to be available at various shifts/times - Must demonstrate desire to continue learning in veterinary care and participate in leading staff training ## ***Required Skills/Abilities:*** - Significant continuing education achievements, beyond licensing requirements. - Ability to recognize that teamwork is essential for a quality practice; ability to work as a team member as well as a doctor. - Working knowledge of and interest in the business aspect of veterinary practice. - Willingness to stay after hours or work extra hours when needed. - Interest in marketing and growth of the practice. - Display tact and diplomacy with staff members and clients. - Perform basic computer skills, type 30 words per minute. **** ***Physical Requirements:*** - **Physical Effort**: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position. - **Working conditions**: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases. **ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS** 1. Noise from barking/crying dogs and cats 2. Danger of being bitten or scratched by small animals 3. Exposure to: Toxoplasmosis Leptospirosis Giardia Gas anesthesia Cleaning Products Radiation Drugs and chemicals under OSHA Rabies Euthanasia drugs Other potential zoonotic diseases