Small Animal Internist

Overview

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

We are seeking a dedicated Board-Certified or Residency Trained Small Animal Internist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.

New England Veterinary Center and Cancer Care (NEVCCC) is a rapidly growing multi-specialty, emergency, and general practice in North Central Connecticut that opened in 2011. We offer a full range of services from general wellness care to emergency and specialty referral services, including internal medicine, surgery, medical and radiation oncology, and radiology review.

The benefits of joining our team include an 8,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, competitive compensation with sign-on bonus, three fully equipped surgical suites, a high tech to DVM support-staff ratio, and a monthly stipend. We are a progressive, team-oriented practice that values high-quality medicine, communication, and compassionate patient care. We maintain a supportive team of receptionists, veterinary assistants, licensed veterinary technicians and kennel staff to balance high-quality medicine with rewarding personal lives.

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and participate in daily rounds when possible
• Participate in practice management updates and training
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• 1-year rotational internship in small animal medicine, surgery, ER (university or large referral practice)
• Completed a 3-year AVMA-approved residency program
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication with all members of the medical and hospital staff; and with clients
• Ability to elicit information, build rapport, and explain options to pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets under stress, illness, or pain
• Physical ability to perform duties (may include climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds)

• Board Certification
• 2-5 years of experience post-residency
• Clinical knowledge and skills in comprehensive animal examinations and treatments
• Strong problem-solving and…