Urgent Care/Emergency Associate Veterinarian

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Exciting Opportunity at WellHaven Bloomington: Join Our Passionate Team!
Are you an Urgent Care or Emergency AssociateVeterinarian looking for a fulfilling career in a thriving city? WellHaven at Bloomington, our AAHA-accredited and fear-free hospital, seeks talented individuals like you to join our experienced team of Veterinary Professionals!
Why Choose WellHaven at Bloomington?

• Exceptional Facilities and Equipment: At WellHaven, we believe in providing the best care possible for our patients. Our state-of-the-art facility has modern equipment, including a cloud-based computer system, digital radiography (including dental radiographs), and an in-house IDEXX lab suite. We also have a rigorous anesthesia monitoring system, ensuring our patients' utmost safety and well-being.

• Ideal Location for Work-Life Balance: Bloomington offers the perfect blend of professional opportunities and recreational activities. Located in a phenomenal school district, it's an ideal place to raise a family. Enjoy convenient shopping with a mall just across the street and take advantage of being only 30 minutes away from the renowned U of MN College of Veterinary Medicine. Plus, with multiple 24-hour emergency facilities nearby, you'll have peace of mind knowing your patients have access to comprehensive care. And let's not forget the Twin Cities, just a short drive away, where you can immerse yourself in festivals, indulge in delicious food, experience great entertainment, and explore fascinating museums. Minnesota is known for its love of the outdoors, so you can enjoy lakeside activities in every season!

At WellHaven, we are passionate about serving pets and providing our team members a personal quality of life. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where you can thrive professionally and personally.
WellHaven Bloomington - Where Exceptional Care Meets Work-Life Balance and Minnesota Adventure!
Duties, Responsibilities & Must-Have-Skills:

• Experience with Urgent Care/Emergency surgical procedures (including, but not limited to, laceration repairs, abdominal explores and urinary unblocking)
• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
• Active, non-restricted veterinary license
• Passed the NAVLE or ECFVG
• Deep understanding of veterinary medicine, practices, and procedures (surgery and clinical)
• Expert communicator (written and verbal)
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Flexible,and willing to perform many job duties within the hospital
• Friendly, positive, team-oriented attitude
• The desire to learn more and take the initiative.
• Technically advanced in their field and possessing vital emotional intelligence and self-awareness, they bring a positive attitude and authenticity
• DEA license required

Other Mentions:

• No overnights
• No General practice; all urgent care and emergency, we refer them back to their primary care provider for continued care.
• Flexible scheduling-shared holidays and weekends. Evenings are expected (evenings are required)
• Affiliated with six other WellHavens that partner on care; internal referrals are common
• Equipment in-house: butterfly ultrasound, digital x-ray with radiologist consult, full lab suite including EPOC, baseline cortisol, CBC, PCV/TP, Chemistry, Lytes, glucometer, etc.
• Everything you need in the Pharmacy to support what you need to help your patient
• A well-trained, energetic, fun team that supports the doctors and loves what they do

Clinical Focus:

• Examines diagnoses and treats animals surgically or medically
• Operate medical equipment
• Client communication about care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication

Other:

• Lead and guide the team to ensure the hospital meets safety standards and regulations set by the DEA and OSHA
• Meet all OSHA, Radiation standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
• Ability to perform other job duties as assigned

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Uphold integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors
• Stay current with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine through ongoing professional development and continuing education to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills
• Drive for results by demonstrating motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Provide consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional medical services
• Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities
• Work well in an extremely fast-paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient
• Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
• Provide a high level of accountability

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements

• The Associate Doctor position is performed onsite at our hospital or an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position
• The hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.)
• Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an Xray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances

Additional Information
Our hospital is part of the WellHaven Pet Health ("WellHaven") network of hospitals. This allows us to have a more extensive and stronger support system, connecting with other hospitals in the area while remaining autonomous.
WellHaven helps veterinarians, and their teams succeed both personally and professionally. We value our medical teams and strive to support each team member each and every day. Our focus on personal growth, practice support, and work-life balance frames the relationship we want to have with our hospital teams. This people-first approach has made a considerable difference in the lives of our teams, clients, pets, our communities, and the health of our hospitals.
We've been recognized in Inc. Magazine for making a difference in our community and in Forbes for being named one of America's Best Startup Employers. It is an exciting time to be part of the WellHaven team and an excellent time for you to consider joining us!
Please learn more about WellHaven at www.wellhaven.com.
WellHaven Benefits
WellHaven offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package.
Please review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven.com/wellhaven-employment-benefits/
Commitment to Diversity
WellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including transgender status), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other status protected by law.
In accordance with federal, state, and local law, WellHaven may provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of applicants during the hiring process unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on WellHaven. For more information, please contact WellHaven HR at HR@wellhaven.com.