Veterinarian PMO

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Promotes process improvement with a focus on disease prevention in order to improve the health of the system. Diagnoses and treats diseases of swine by performing the following duties.

• Using CQI/SPC methods, monitors key indicators and formulate intervention strategies to improve system health.
• Examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury.
• Treats animal surgically or medically.
• Test animals for herd health monitoring.
• Inoculates animals against diseases and other disorders. Ensures that animals meet all federal, state, and local health and welfare regulations.
• Advises/teaches managers/employees about sanitary measures, feeding, and general care to promote health of animals.
• Promotes teamwork with all production segments to focus on system mission. Oversees and provides guidance for animal health regulatory issues associated with production and movement of swine.
• Evaluates new technologies/products as they impact production and animal health.
• Establishes and maintains relationships for Smithfield Hog Production with academics, animal health organizations and political/health organizations.
• Be committed to the judicious use of antimicrobials.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental & animal welfare laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Incumbent will be responsible for understanding and complying with company SIPS, EMS and BMS policies and procedures while performing their job duties.
• Read and understand the company's emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school, required. Company will consider a currently enrolled Doctor of Veterinary college student with an anticipated graduation by end of the current school year as qualified.
• 2+ years experience in veterinary medicine and swine health preferable in large systems, preferred.
• Eligible to practice veterinary medicine in states where farms are located within 6 months of hire.
• Current and valid driver's license with acceptable MVR.
• Proven working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Access, Internet is preferred.
• Must be available for occasional travel.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends when necessary. Weekend,…